How To Fix VW086 - Output could not be issued

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Output could not be issued

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW086 - Output could not be issued ?

  The SAP error message VW086 ("Output could not be issued") typically occurs when there is an issue with the output processing for a document, such as a sales order, delivery, or invoice. This error can arise from various causes, and understanding these can help in troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Causes of VW086 Error
  
  
  Output Condition Records: The output type may not have been properly configured or may not exist in the output condition records. This can happen if the output type is not maintained for the document type or if the condition records are missing.
  
  
  Output Determination: The output determination procedure may not be set up correctly. This includes the output type not being assigned to the relevant document type or the output determination procedure not being linked to the document.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like customer master data or material master data) may be incomplete or missing, which can prevent the output from being generated.
  
  
  Output Medium Issues: The output medium (e.g., print, email, EDI) may not be configured correctly, or the necessary settings for the output medium may be missing.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues such as problems with the spool request, printer configuration, or network issues that prevent the output from being processed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the output processing.
  
  
  Solutions to VW086 Error
  
  
  Check Output Condition Records:
  
  Go to transaction NACE to check the output type configuration.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly defined for the relevant application area (e.g., Sales, Delivery).
  Verify that the condition records for the output type are maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Output Determination Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the output determination procedure is correctly assigned to the document type.
  Check if the output type is included in the procedure.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the customer master data and ensure that all required fields are filled out.
  Ensure that the material master data is complete and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Output Medium Configuration:
  
  Verify that the output medium is correctly set up in the output type configuration.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for the output medium (e.g., email settings, printer configuration) are in place.
  
  
  
  Examine Spool Requests:
  
  Use transaction SP01 to check for any spool requests related to the output.
  Look for any errors in the spool request that may indicate why the output could not be issued.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to process outputs.
  Review the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the output processing logic to identify any underlying issues in the code or configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE (Output Types Configuration)
  SP01 (Spool Request Overview)
  VV21 (Maintain Output Condition Records for Sales Documents)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output determination and configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the VW086 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VW086 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.