/BOFU/PPF_ADAPTER_U016 - Immediate print &1: PPF profile &2 action &3 is partner independent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/PPF_ADAPTER_U -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Immediate print &1: PPF profile &2 action &3 is partner independent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/PPF_ADAPTER_U016 - Immediate print &1: PPF profile &2 action &3 is partner independent ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/PPF_ADAPTER_U016 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the Post Processing Framework (PPF) in relation to immediate print actions. This error typically arises when you attempt to execute an immediate print action that is defined as "partner independent," meaning it does not have a specific partner profile associated with it.
  Cause:
  
  Partner Independence: The PPF action you are trying to execute is defined as partner independent, which means it does not require a specific partner profile to be executed. However, the system is expecting a partner-dependent configuration for the immediate print action.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the PPF settings, where the action is not properly set up to handle immediate print requests.
  Missing or Incorrect PPF Profile: The PPF profile or action might not be correctly defined or linked to the document or process you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check PPF Configuration:
  
  Go to the PPF configuration in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO -> Cross-Application Components -> Post Processing Framework -> Define PPF Actions).
  Verify that the action you are trying to execute is correctly configured and that it is intended to be used for immediate printing.
  
  
  
  Review Partner Profiles:
  
  If the action is supposed to be partner-dependent, ensure that the necessary partner profiles are created and assigned correctly.
  Check if the partner profile is missing or incorrectly set up for the document type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Adjust Action Settings:
  
  If the action should be partner independent, you may need to adjust the settings to ensure that it can be executed without a partner profile.
  You can also consider creating a new action that is specifically designed for immediate printing and is partner dependent if that fits your business process.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the immediate print action again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring PPF actions and understanding partner profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your immediate print actions function as intended.