How To Fix XC803 - Assignment of print operations to message types contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XC - Message Class for Core Interface

• Message number: 803

• Message text: Assignment of print operations to message types contains errors

What causes this issue?

The assignment of print operations to the message types contains
errors.

System Response

The system terminates the operation.

How to fix this error?

You must assign the print operation &V1& to the message type &V2& in
Customizing of message types for scheduling agreements.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XC803 - Assignment of print operations to message types contains errors ?

  The SAP error message XC803, which states "Assignment of print operations to message types contains errors," typically occurs in the context of output determination in SAP, particularly when configuring output types for documents such as sales orders, purchase orders, or invoices. This error indicates that there is an issue with how print operations are assigned to message types in the output configuration.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The most common cause is that the output type is not correctly configured in the output determination settings. This could involve missing or incorrect entries in the configuration tables.
  
  
  Missing Print Program: The print program associated with the output type may not be defined or may not exist in the system.
  
  
  Missing Form: The associated Smart Form or SAPscript form for the output type may not be defined or may not exist.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the output type, such as missing entries in the relevant customizing tables.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the output configuration.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (for output determination).
  Select the relevant application area (e.g., Sales, Purchasing).
  Check the output type configuration and ensure that all necessary entries are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Print Program and Form:
  
  Ensure that the print program and form associated with the output type are correctly defined.
  You can check this in the output type configuration in NACE or by using transaction SE78 for forms.
  
  
  
  Review Assignment of Print Operations:
  
  Check the assignment of print operations to message types. Ensure that all required message types are correctly assigned to the output type.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries:
  
  Look for any missing entries in the relevant customizing tables (e.g., TNAPR, TNAPR for output types).
  
  
  
  Test Output:
  
  After making changes, test the output determination process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify output configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SE78: SAPscript and Smart Forms Management
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  
  
  
  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 XC803 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the XC803 error in your SAP system.