How To Fix CBGL00510 - Select a printer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGL00 - GLM: Standard Messages

• Message number: 510

• Message text: Select a printer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGL00510 - Select a printer ?

  The SAP error message CBGL00510 ("Select a printer") typically occurs when a user attempts to print a document or report in SAP without having a printer selected or configured in their user settings. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the printing of invoices, reports, or other documents.
  Cause:
  
  No Printer Selected: The user has not selected a printer in the print dialog.
  User Profile Settings: The user’s SAP profile may not have a default printer assigned.
  Printer Configuration: The printer may not be properly configured in the SAP system or may not be available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selected printer.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Printer:
  
  When prompted with the error, go back to the print dialog and select a printer from the list of available printers.
  
  
  
  Set a Default Printer:
  
  Go to System > User Profile > Own Data (or use transaction code SU3).
  In the Defaults tab, look for the Output Device field and set a default printer.
  
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the printer is correctly configured in the SAP system. This can be done by checking the transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Verify that the printer is active and has the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer. This may require assistance from a system administrator.
  
  
  
  Contact IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your IT support team or SAP Basis team for further assistance in troubleshooting printer issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - to manage printers and spool requests.
  SU3: User Profile - to manage user settings, including default printer settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to printing errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on printer configuration and user profile management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CBGL00510 error and successfully print your documents in SAP.