How To Fix VX206 - Texts: Control error: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VX - Text processing messages

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Texts: Control error: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VX206 - Texts: Control error: & ?

  The SAP error message VX206, which states "Control error: &", typically occurs in the context of the SAP Sales and Distribution (SD) module, particularly when dealing with output control for sales documents. This error indicates that there is an issue with the output determination process, which is responsible for generating output documents such as invoices, order confirmations, or delivery notes.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Condition Records: There may be missing or incorrect condition records for the output type in the output determination procedure.
  Output Determination Procedure Issues: The output determination procedure may not be correctly assigned to the document type or may not be set up properly.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with master data, such as customer master records or material master records, can also lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the output determination.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VX206 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration for the relevant application area (e.g., Sales).
  Ensure that the output type is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Use transaction code VV11 (or VV12 for changes) to check the condition records for the output type.
  Ensure that the necessary condition records exist and are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Determination Procedure:
  
  Check the output determination procedure assigned to the document type in the configuration.
  Ensure that the procedure is correctly set up and that the output type is included in the procedure.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the relevant master data (customer, material, etc.) to ensure that all necessary information is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to perform output determination.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the output determination process to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE - Output Types Configuration
  VV11 / VV12 - Maintain Output Condition Records
  VOTXN - Output Determination Procedure Configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to output determination and the VX206 error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for output determination in the Sales and Distribution module for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.