How To Fix /BEV1/EMC714 - Problems occurred when printing with element &. SY-SUBRC: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV1/EMC -

• Message number: 714

• Message text: Problems occurred when printing with element &. SY-SUBRC: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV1/EMC714 - Problems occurred when printing with element &. SY-SUBRC: & ?

  The SAP error message /BEV1/EMC714 Problems occurred when printing with element &. SY-SUBRC: & typically indicates that there was an issue during the printing process related to a specific element in the SAP system. The message includes placeholders for the element name and the return code (SY-SUBRC), which can provide more context about the error.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Incorrect Printer Configuration: The printer may not be configured correctly in the SAP system or may not be available.
  Missing Print Parameters: Required parameters for the print job may be missing or incorrectly set.
  Network Issues: There could be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from communicating with the printer.
  Element-Specific Issues: The specific element mentioned in the error may have its own issues, such as being inactive or misconfigured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print using the specified element.
  SAP Spool Issues: Problems with the spool request or spool server can also lead to printing errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD to check the configuration of the printer.
  Ensure that the printer is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Print Parameters:
  
  Check the print parameters for the specific element mentioned in the error.
  Ensure that all required parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Test Printer Connectivity:
  
  Try printing a test page from the SAP system to see if the printer is reachable.
  Check network connections and printer status.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to print using the specified element.
  Check roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Requests:
  
  Go to transaction SP01 to review the spool requests.
  Look for any errors or issues with the spool requests related to the printing job.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if the error is related to a specific configuration or customization.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Management
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for documentation related to printing and spool management.
  
  
  Error Codes: The SY-SUBRC value can provide additional context. Common values include:
  
  0: Success
  1: Warning
  2: Error
  Check the specific value returned to understand the nature of the issue.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the printing issue indicated by the error message.