How To Fix WOST_WSPO_TOOLS004 - Output type &1 does not match document type &2 (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WOST_WSPO_TOOLS - Message Class for PO tools

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Output type &1 does not match document type &2 (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WOST_WSPO_TOOLS004 - Output type &1 does not match document type &2 (&3) ?

  The SAP error message WOST_WSPO_TOOLS004 indicates that there is a mismatch between the output type and the document type in the context of output processing. This typically occurs when the system is trying to process an output (like a print job, email, etc.) for a document, but the output type defined for that document does not correspond to the expected document type.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The output type may not be correctly configured for the specific document type in the output determination procedure.
  Incorrect Output Type Assignment: The output type assigned to the document may not be valid for that document type.
  Missing Output Type: The output type may not be defined for the document type in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the output processing logic, they may lead to this mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (or SPRO for configuration) and check the output type configuration for the relevant application area (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Purchasing).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly assigned to the document type in the output determination procedure.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type:
  
  Check the document type for which the output is being generated. Ensure that the output type is valid for that document type.
  
  
  
  Maintain Output Types:
  
  If the output type is missing, you may need to create or maintain it in the output determination procedure.
  Ensure that the output type is properly linked to the document type.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Logic:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or modifications, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the output types and document types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the output processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on output determination and configuration.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the output processing logic to identify where the mismatch occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message WOST_WSPO_TOOLS004 and ensure that the output types are correctly aligned with the document types in your SAP system.