How To Fix 16002 - List of material variants printed on printer &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 16 - Type matching for variant configuration (as of 4.5A)

• Message number: 002

• Message text: List of material variants printed on printer &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 16002 - List of material variants printed on printer & ?

  The SAP error message "16002 List of material variants printed on printer &" typically indicates that there is an issue with the printing process of a list of material variants in the SAP system. This error can occur for various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Printer Configuration Issues: The specified printer may not be correctly configured in the SAP system or may not be available.
  Output Device Not Defined: The output device (printer) may not be defined in the SAP system or may be inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print to the specified printer.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from communicating with the printer.
  Spool Request Problems: There may be issues with the spool request, such as it being stuck or not processed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify that the printer is correctly configured and active.
  Ensure that the printer is connected and operational.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Device:
  
  Check if the output device is defined in the system using transaction code SPAD.
  Ensure that the output device is set to "Active" and is not in a "Test" or "Inactive" state.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to print to the specified printer. This can be checked in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Verify that the network connection between the SAP system and the printer is functioning correctly. You may need to consult with your IT department.
  
  
  
  Monitor Spool Requests:
  
  Use transaction code SP01 to check the status of the spool requests. Look for any errors or issues with the spool request related to the material variants.
  
  
  
  Reprint the Document:
  
  If the spool request is stuck, you may need to delete it and reprint the document.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to printing errors. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific transaction or report you are using to print the material variants for any additional configuration or troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation.