How To Fix 42459 - Presentation could not be created (call &1 returned &2 &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 459

• Message text: Presentation could not be created (call &1 returned &2 &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42459 - Presentation could not be created (call &1 returned &2 &3) ?

  The SAP error message "42459 Presentation could not be created (call &1 returned &2 &3)" typically indicates an issue with the presentation layer of an SAP application, often related to the generation of a report or output that requires a specific format or presentation style. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to print a report, generate a PDF, or display a screen.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The output device or printer configuration may be incorrect or missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the presentation.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the SAP kernel, missing components, or issues with the underlying database.
  Output Format Issues: The specified output format may not be supported or may be incorrectly defined.
  Network Issues: If the output is being sent to a remote printer or server, network connectivity issues could cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify the configuration of the output device.
  Ensure that the device is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output device and create presentations.
  Use transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings.
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Format:
  
  Ensure that the output format specified in the report or transaction is supported and correctly configured.
  If generating a PDF, ensure that the necessary PDF generation components are installed and configured.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  If the output is directed to a remote printer, check the network connection and ensure that the printer is reachable.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  
  
  
  Restart Services:
  
  In some cases, restarting the SAP services or the application server may resolve temporary issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on output management and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 42459 in your SAP environment.