How To Fix WRMA_CAT140 - Output type &1: Processing routine not maintained in transaction NACE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRMA_CAT - RMA cost allocation

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Output type &1: Processing routine not maintained in transaction NACE

What causes this issue?

The processing routine for output type &V1& has not been maintained
properly.

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

System Response

Output type &V1& cannot be used for creating the event which triggers
the cost allocation of planned rebate variances from debit-side
subsequent settlement.

How to fix this error?

Choose application <LS>V3 </>and output type &V1& in transaction
<NP>NACE</>
Enter program <NP>RVNSWE01 </>and form routine <NP>CREATE_EVENT </>in
the processing routines for transmission medium <ZH>9 </>(Events (SAP
Business Workflow)).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRMA_CAT140 - Output type &1: Processing routine not maintained in transaction NACE ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRMA_CAT140 Output type &1: Processing routine not maintained in transaction NACE
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs because the output type (e.g., a form output, print output, or message output) you are trying to use does not have a processing routine assigned in the output determination configuration. The processing routine is a piece of ABAP code or a function module that processes the output (e.g., formats the print, sends an email, etc.).
  In SAP, output types are configured in transaction NACE (Output Determination). Each output type must have a processing routine assigned to it so that the system knows how to handle the output when it is triggered.
  If the processing routine is missing or not maintained, the system cannot process the output, resulting in this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Go to transaction NACE:
  
  Enter the application area relevant to your output (e.g., V1 for Sales, EF for Purchasing, etc.).
  
  
  
  Select the output type:
  
  Find the output type mentioned in the error message (replace &1 with the actual output type code).
  
  
  
  Check the processing routines:
  
  Navigate to the Processing routines section/tab.
  Verify if a processing routine (program and routine) is assigned.
  
  
  
  Maintain the processing routine:
  
  If missing, assign the correct processing routine.
  This usually involves specifying:
  
  Program name (e.g., SAPMV80A for sales documents)
  Routine name (e.g., FORM routines like FORM USER_COMMAND or function modules)
  
  
  
  
  
  Save your changes.
  
  
  Test the output again to confirm the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Transaction NACE is the central place for output determination configuration in many SAP modules.
  The processing routine is essential for the system to know how to handle the output type.
  Sometimes, custom output types are created, and the processing routine must be maintained manually.
  If you are unsure about the correct processing routine, check standard output types in the same application area or consult your functional consultant or SAP documentation.
  In some newer SAP systems (S/4HANA), output determination might be handled differently (BRF+ or condition-based output), but NACE is still relevant in many ECC systems.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Processing routine not assigned to output type in NACE.
  
  
  Solution
  Maintain the processing routine for the output type in transaction NACE.
  
  
  Transaction
  NACE (Output Determination)
  
  
  Notes
  Ensure correct program and routine are assigned; check standard output types for reference.
  
  
  
  
  If you need help identifying the correct processing routine or program, please provide the application area and output type, and I can assist further.