How To Fix VN2031 - Send time & allowed: Time determination routine missing

VN2031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VN2 - Output Class for RSNASTCK

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Send time & allowed: Time determination routine missing

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VN2031 - Details

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  Error Message
  VN2031: Send time & allowed: Time determination routine missing
  
  Cause
  This error occurs during the vendor master data processing or invoice verification when the system tries to determine the "send time" for a document or message but cannot find the required time determination routine.
  In SAP, the "send time" refers to the time at which a message (such as an invoice, purchase order, or payment advice) is allowed or scheduled to be sent. The system uses a time determination routine (a piece of custom or standard code) to calculate or validate this send time.
  If this routine is not assigned or missing in the configuration, the system cannot determine the send time, resulting in this error.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During vendor master data maintenance or invoice processing.
  When output determination is triggered, and the system tries