How To Fix 69655 - The print options are invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 655

• Message text: The print options are invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69655 - The print options are invalid ?

  The SAP error message 69655, which states "The print options are invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the print settings or configurations in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to print documents, reports, or forms.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Printer Configuration: The printer settings in the SAP system may not be correctly configured or may point to a non-existent printer.
  Missing Print Parameters: Required print parameters may be missing or incorrectly set in the print options.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified printer or print options.
  Incorrect Output Device: The output device specified in the print settings may not be valid or may not be defined in the system.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the SAP spool configuration or the underlying operating system's print services.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify that the printer is correctly configured and active.
  Ensure that the output device specified in the print options exists and is properly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Print Parameters:
  
  Check the print parameters in the transaction or report you are trying to print. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer and perform printing tasks. This can be checked in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Test the Printer:
  
  Use the test print functionality in SPAD to ensure that the printer is working correctly. This can help identify if the issue is with the printer itself.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Settings:
  
  Ensure that the spool settings in the SAP system are correctly configured. You can check this in transaction SP01 (Spool Request) to see if there are any failed spool requests.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate further, especially if it involves system-level configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for specific error messages.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on printer configuration and spool management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message 69655 in SAP.