How To Fix >4327 - Select an output device

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 327

• Message text: Select an output device

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4327 - Select an output device ?

  The SAP error message "4327: Select an output device" typically occurs when a user attempts to print a document or report without specifying a valid output device (printer). This can happen in various SAP transactions where printing is involved, such as when generating reports, invoices, or other documents.
  Cause:
  
  No Output Device Selected: The user has not selected a printer or output device in the print dialog.
  Default Output Device Not Set: The user’s profile may not have a default output device configured.
  Output Device Not Available: The specified output device may not be available or may be offline.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selected output device.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Output Device:
  
  When prompted with the error message, go back to the print dialog and select a valid output device from the list.
  
  
  
  Set a Default Output Device:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to System > User Profile > Own Data (or use transaction code SU3).
  In the Defaults tab, set a default output device under the "Output Device" field.
  
  
  
  Check Output Device Availability:
  
  Ensure that the selected output device is online and properly configured.
  You can check the status of output devices using transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the selected output device. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Contact IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further, especially if there are issues with the printer configuration or network connectivity.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - to manage output devices.
  SU3: User Profile - to set user defaults.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to printing and output devices.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring output devices and troubleshooting printing issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully print your documents in SAP.