How To Fix 25200 - No plotter has been defined for the recipient

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 25 - DDS: document distribution (DMS)

• Message number: 200

• Message text: No plotter has been defined for the recipient

What causes this issue?

No plotter has been defined for the recipient.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Perform one of the following steps:
Choose another distribution type.
Maintain the communication type defined for this distribution type for
the recipient in question.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 25200 - No plotter has been defined for the recipient ?

  The SAP error message "25200 No plotter has been defined for the recipient" typically occurs when you are trying to print a document or report, but the system cannot find a defined plotter (printer) for the user or recipient specified in the print settings. This can happen in various SAP modules, especially in SAPscript or Smart Forms.
  Cause:
  
  No Printer Assigned: The user or recipient does not have a printer assigned in their user profile.
  Incorrect Output Device: The output device specified in the print settings is not correctly configured or does not exist.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the necessary settings to define a default printer.
  Missing Configuration: The printer may not be configured in the SAP system or may not be available in the specified client.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign a Printer to the User:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID and click on the "Change" button.
  Navigate to the "Defaults" tab and check the "Output Device" field. Assign a valid printer if it is empty or incorrect.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check if the output device (printer) you are trying to use is defined and active.
  Ensure that the printer is configured correctly and is available for use.
  
  
  
  Set Default Printer:
  
  If you want to set a default printer for all users, you can do this in the user profile settings or through the system settings.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to print again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Management
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to printers and output devices.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for configuring printers and output devices in your specific SAP environment.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation.