How To Fix CBGL00846 - Print using SAP spool was successful. Errors/warnings occurred

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGL00 - GLM: Standard Messages

• Message number: 846

• Message text: Print using SAP spool was successful. Errors/warnings occurred

What causes this issue?

The spool request was created successfully. However, warnings or errors
occurred while generating the label. This could result in the printout
being different from the desired result.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the messages in the application log that describe the cause of the
problem in more detail.
Start the process in debug mode for a detailed analysis. This saves all
files created by the WWI server in the temporary directory of the
front-end computer. Files ending with ".err" contain messages from the
WWI server that describe the cause of the error.
To start the process in debug mode, enter the command wwidebug in the
command field, confirm the information message, and repeat the print or
preview.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGL00846 - Print using SAP spool was successful. Errors/warnings occurred ?

  The SAP error message CBGL00846 indicates that while the print job was successfully sent to the SAP spool, there were errors or warnings that occurred during the printing process. This message typically arises in the context of printing documents or reports from SAP systems.
  Causes:
  
  Printer Configuration Issues: The printer may not be configured correctly in the SAP system or may not be compatible with the document type being printed.
  Spool Request Errors: There may be issues with the spool request itself, such as missing data or incorrect formatting.
  Network Issues: If the printer is networked, there may be connectivity issues that prevent the document from being printed correctly.
  Driver Issues: The printer driver may be outdated or incompatible with the SAP system or the document being printed.
  Document-Specific Issues: The document being printed may contain errors or formatting issues that prevent it from being printed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Verify that the printer is correctly configured in SAP (transaction SPAD).
  Ensure that the correct device type is assigned to the printer.
  
  
  
  Review Spool Requests:
  
  Check the spool request for any errors or warnings (transaction SP01).
  Look for any specific error messages that may provide more detail about the issue.
  
  
  
  Test Printer Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the printer is online and accessible from the network.
  Perform a test print from another application to confirm that the printer is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Update Printer Drivers:
  
  Ensure that the printer drivers are up to date and compatible with the SAP system.
  If necessary, reinstall the printer drivers.
  
  
  
  Check Document Formatting:
  
  Review the document for any formatting issues that may cause printing errors.
  If applicable, try printing a different document to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - to manage printer settings.
  SP01: Spool Request - to view and manage spool requests.
  
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional troubleshooting steps specific to your SAP version and configuration.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to printing and spool management for more detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the CBGL00846 error message.