How To Fix XSS_NO003 - Data cannot be viewed in PDF

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XSS_NO - Message Class for ESS FACE (Norway Scenarios)

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Data cannot be viewed in PDF

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XSS_NO003 - Data cannot be viewed in PDF ?

  The SAP error message XSS_NO003 indicates that data cannot be viewed in PDF format. This error typically arises when there are issues with the generation of PDF documents in SAP, often related to the configuration of the SAP system or the underlying data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The SAP system may not be properly configured to generate PDF documents. This can include missing settings in the SAP kernel or issues with the output device configuration.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not be suitable for PDF generation. This can happen if the data is incomplete or if there are formatting issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or generate PDF documents.
  Software Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP version being used that affect PDF generation.
  Output Device Settings: The output device settings may not be correctly configured to handle PDF output.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SAP kernel is up to date and that the necessary components for PDF generation are installed.
  Verify the configuration of the output device in transaction SPAD. Make sure that the output device is set up to support PDF output.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the data being processed for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no formatting issues.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to generate and view PDF documents. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Update SAP:
  
  If the issue is related to a known bug, check for any available patches or updates from SAP that address PDF generation issues.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Data:
  
  Try generating a PDF with different data to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if the problem is data-specific.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Output Device Configuration
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check the SAP Support Portal for the latest notes related to PDF generation issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output management and PDF generation for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the XSS_NO003 error in SAP.