How To Fix VW033 - Output cannot be maintained: no output determ.proced.for shipment type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Output cannot be maintained: no output determ.proced.for shipment type &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW033 - Output cannot be maintained: no output determ.proced.for shipment type & ?

  The SAP error message VW033 indicates that the system cannot maintain output for a shipment type because there is no output determination procedure assigned to that shipment type. This typically occurs in the context of logistics and transportation management when trying to generate output (like printouts, emails, etc.) for shipments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Output Determination Procedure: The shipment type you are working with does not have an output determination procedure assigned to it.
  Configuration Issues: The output determination procedure may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Shipment Type: The shipment type being used may not be set up to allow for output processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VW033 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Output Determination Procedure:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  Navigate to Logistics Execution > Transportation > Basic Transportation Functions > Output Determination > Define Output Types.
  Ensure that the output type you are trying to use is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Output Determination Procedure:
  
  Still in the Customizing area, navigate to Define Output Determination Procedures.
  Check if there is an output determination procedure assigned to the shipment type in question.
  If not, you may need to create a new output determination procedure or assign an existing one to the shipment type.
  
  
  
  Check Shipment Type Configuration:
  
  Go to Logistics Execution > Transportation > Basic Transportation Functions > Shipment > Define Shipment Types.
  Verify that the shipment type you are using is correctly configured to allow for output processing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output generation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Output Types: These are specific formats or methods of output (like print, email, etc.) that can be configured for various documents in SAP.
  Output Determination Procedures: These are rules that determine how and when outputs are generated based on certain conditions (like shipment type, status, etc.).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as NACE (for output types) and SPRO (for configuration).
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or authorization issues at play.