How To Fix CBGL00572 - Preview not possible for print request &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGL00 - GLM: Standard Messages

• Message number: 572

• Message text: Preview not possible for print request &1

What causes this issue?

You attempted to start the preview for print request &v1&. No data
exists for this print request, however.

System Response

The preview for the print request cannot be displayed.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGL00572 - Preview not possible for print request &1 ?

  The SAP error message CBGL00572, which states "Preview not possible for print request &1," typically occurs when there is an issue with the print request in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Print Layout: The print layout or form associated with the print request may not be defined or may be missing.
  Incorrect Print Parameters: The parameters set for the print request may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the print request or the associated layout.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the spool request or the output device configuration.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not be suitable for the print request, leading to a failure in generating the preview.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Print Layout:
  
  Ensure that the print layout or form is correctly defined in the system. You can check this in transaction code SMARTFORMS or SE71 (for SAPscript).
  Verify that the form is active and correctly assigned to the print request.
  
  
  
  Review Print Parameters:
  
  Check the parameters used in the print request. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  You can do this by reviewing the output settings in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the print request and the associated layout. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Request:
  
  Go to transaction SP01 to check the status of the spool request. Look for any errors or issues that may indicate why the preview is not possible.
  If the spool request is in an error state, you may need to delete it and reprocess the print request.
  
  
  
  Examine Data:
  
  Review the data being processed for the print request. Ensure that it is complete and valid for the print layout being used.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SP01 (Spool Request), SMARTFORMS (Smart Forms), and SE71 (SAPscript).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to print requests and output management for additional insights.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.