How To Fix VW686 - & output records created. & could not be created


VW686 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

  • Message number: 686

  • Message text: & output records created. & could not be created

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  • What causes this issue?

    The number of output records not created is due to the output of the
    same category already existing for the corresponding deliveries or
    because the corresponding delivery is currently blocked by another
    user.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?


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VW686 - Details

  • The SAP error message VW686 typically indicates an issue related to the creation of output records in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or logistics processes. This error can occur when the system is unable to generate output records for a document, such as a sales order, delivery, or billing document.
    Cause of Error VW686
    
    Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings related to the condition records, access sequences, and output determination procedures.
    Missing Master Data: Required master data (like customer master, material master, etc.) may be incomplete or missing, which can prevent the output from being generated.
    Output Condition Records: There may be no condition records for the output type in the relevant application area (e.g., sales order, delivery).
    User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create output records.
    Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as problems with

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