How To Fix 8A828 - Printing character has not been defined for SAP document type &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8A - Messages for Argentina

• Message number: 828

• Message text: Printing character has not been defined for SAP document type &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8A828 - Printing character has not been defined for SAP document type &. ?

  The SAP error message 8A828 indicates that a printing character has not been defined for a specific SAP document type. This error typically arises when attempting to print documents (like invoices, purchase orders, etc.) and the system cannot find the necessary character settings for the specified document type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Character Definition: The primary cause of this error is that the printing character (or character set) for the specified document type has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the output device or the print program associated with the document type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Materials Management or the relevant module where the document type is used.
  Check the configuration for the specific document type to ensure that the printing character is defined.
  
  
  
  Define Printing Character:
  
  In the same configuration area, look for settings related to output types or print parameters.
  Ensure that the printing character is defined for the document type in question.
  
  
  
  Check Output Device Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check the output device settings to ensure that the device is correctly configured to handle the document type and has the appropriate character set defined.
  
  
  
  Review Print Program:
  
  Ensure that the print program associated with the document type is correctly set up and is capable of handling the required character set.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test print to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output management and print configuration for more detailed guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to print has the necessary authorizations to access the document type and output settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, as there may be underlying system issues or additional configurations required.