How To Fix CBGLAPI061 - Initialization of print request for generation variant &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBGLAPI - GLM-API: Standard Messages

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Initialization of print request for generation variant &1

What causes this issue?

During label determination, the header data defined for the report
generation variant &v1& was specified for the print request.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

You define header data for print requests in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.EHS_GLM_PRI_REQ_HEAD>Specify Default Header Data for Print
Request</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGLAPI061 - Initialization of print request for generation variant &1 ?

  The SAP error message CBGLAPI061 indicates that there was an issue initializing a print request for a generation variant. This error typically occurs in the context of generating reports or documents in SAP, particularly when dealing with print requests for specific variants of reports.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Variant: The specified generation variant (&1) may not exist or may not be correctly defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified variant or to initiate the print request.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the print settings or the output device settings.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the spool system or the printer itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Variant Existence:
  
  Verify that the generation variant specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for report execution) and checking the variants.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variant and to create print requests. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Check Print Settings:
  
  Review the print settings and ensure that the output device is correctly configured. You can check this in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) to ensure that the printer is available and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Test Print Functionality:
  
  Try to print a different report or use a different variant to see if the issue is specific to that particular variant or if it is a broader issue with the printing functionality.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Requests:
  
  Go to transaction SP01 to check the spool requests. Look for any errors or issues related to the print requests that may provide additional context for the problem.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SPAD (Spool Administration), SP01 (Spool Request Management).
  SAP Notes: Always check for any specific SAP Notes related to the error message for updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to print management and report generation for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CBGLAPI061 error message in SAP.