How To Fix 5C113 - Spool number & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Spool number & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C113 - Spool number & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 5C113 indicates that a specified spool number does not exist. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to access or manage a spool request that has either been deleted or never existed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Spool Request: The spool number you are trying to access may have been deleted or may not have been created successfully.
  Incorrect Spool Number: The spool number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manage the specified spool request.
  System Cleanup: The system may have undergone a cleanup process that removed old spool requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Spool Number: Double-check the spool number you are trying to access to ensure it is correct.
  Check Spool Requests: Use transaction code SP01 to view existing spool requests. This will allow you to see if the spool number exists or if it has been deleted.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage spool requests. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  Recreate the Spool Request: If the spool request was supposed to be generated (e.g., from a report or print job), try to rerun the report or print job to create a new spool request.
  System Logs: Check system logs or consult with your SAP Basis team to see if there were any issues during the spool request creation process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SP01: To view spool requests.
  SP02: To manage spool requests.
  SP01: To check the status of spool requests.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to spool management.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on spool management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team for further investigation.