How To Fix AM167 - There are no printer addresses maintained for this address

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 167

• Message text: There are no printer addresses maintained for this address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM167 - There are no printer addresses maintained for this address ?

  The SAP error message AM167, which states "There are no printer addresses maintained for this address," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid printer address for the output of a document or report. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to print a document or generate a report that requires a printer configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Printer Configuration: The printer address has not been set up in the SAP system for the specific output device.
  Incorrect Output Device: The output device specified in the print settings may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the printer or output device.
  Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be correctly linked to a printer in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check if the printer you are trying to use is listed and properly configured.
  Ensure that the printer is active and has the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Printer Addresses:
  
  In SPAD, select the printer and check the "Output Devices" tab.
  Ensure that the printer address is maintained correctly. If not, you may need to add or modify the printer address.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Device Settings:
  
  Check the output device settings in the transaction where the error occurred (e.g., in the print settings of the document).
  Ensure that the correct output device is selected.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer. This can be checked in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Output Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the output type in transaction NACE (Output Types).
  Ensure that the output type is linked to the correct printer.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to print again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  NACE: Output Types
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on configuring printers and output devices.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AM167 error and successfully print your documents.