F0253 - Output of the relevant forms is defective

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Output of the relevant forms is defective

What causes this issue?

Due to an error in the layout of the SAPscript form determined by the
program, the printout possibly does not have the required quality.

How to fix this error?

The forms can be printed but it is advisable, however, to look into the
problem. If the error makes the forms worthless, then you should delete
the output file in the print manager, correct the form and restart the
print program.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0253 - Output of the relevant forms is defective ?

  The SAP error message F0253, which states "Output of the relevant forms is defective," typically occurs when there is an issue with the output forms related to financial documents, such as invoices or payment advices. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing forms, or problems with the underlying data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Form Configuration: The output form (e.g., invoice layout) may not be properly configured or may be missing entirely in the system.
  Form Template Issues: The form template used for output may be corrupted or not compatible with the current version of SAP.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as missing fields or incorrect data types that prevent the form from being generated correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or execute the output forms.
  Transport Issues: If the form was recently transported from another system, there may be issues with the transport that need to be resolved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration.
  Ensure that the correct form is assigned to the output type for the relevant application area (e.g., billing, payment).
  
  
  
  Review Form Templates:
  
  Use transaction SMARTFORMS or SE71 to check the form templates.
  Ensure that the form is active and correctly configured.
  If necessary, re-upload or recreate the form template.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the data being processed for completeness and correctness.
  Ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no data inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the output forms.
  Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the form was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors.
  Ensure that all necessary objects related to the form have been transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the output process to identify where the failure occurs.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE37 to analyze the function modules involved in the output generation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific output form or transaction you are working with.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific output forms and their configuration.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the F0253 error in SAP.