How To Fix 14431 - Invalid output to terminal from background processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 14 - Task handler messages

• Message number: 431

• Message text: Invalid output to terminal from background processing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 14431 - Invalid output to terminal from background processing ?

  The SAP error message "14431 Invalid output to terminal from background processing" typically occurs when there is an issue with the output device configuration or the way the background job is trying to send output to a terminal or spool.
  Cause:
  
  Output Device Configuration: The output device specified in the background job may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  Job Output Settings: The job may be trying to send output to a terminal instead of a spool, which is not allowed in background processing.
  User Authorization: The user executing the background job may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output device.
  Spool Settings: The spool settings may not be correctly set up, leading to issues in generating output.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify that the output device specified in the background job exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the device is set up for background processing.
  
  
  
  Modify Job Output Settings:
  
  If the job is configured to send output to a terminal, change the output settings to direct the output to a spool instead.
  You can do this by editing the background job in transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) or SM36 (Define Background Job) and ensuring the output is set to a valid spool device.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output device. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the spool configuration is correctly set up in the system. This includes checking the spool parameters and ensuring that the spool work processes are running correctly.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Job:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the background job to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for background processing and spool management for further insights.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for more in-depth troubleshooting.