How To Fix >5390 - Maintain the spool parameters before saving

>5390 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 390

• Message text: Maintain the spool parameters before saving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5390 - Maintain the spool parameters before saving ?

  The SAP error message "5390 Maintain the spool parameters before saving" typically occurs when you are trying to save a print request or spool request without having properly configured the spool parameters. This can happen in various contexts, such as when setting up a print layout or configuring output settings for a report.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the spool parameters required for the print job have not been set or are incomplete. This can include settings such as:
  
  Output device
  Spool request settings
  Print layout
  Other relevant parameters that define how the output should be processed
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Spool Parameters:
  
  Go to the transaction where you encountered the error (e.g., transaction code SP01 for spool requests or NACE for output types).
  If you are in a specific report or transaction, look for an option to maintain or configure spool parameters.
  
  
  
  Set the Output Device:
  
  Ensure that you have selected a valid output