How To Fix CBGLAPI206 - No print station exists as a print destination for print request &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 206

• Message text: No print station exists as a print destination for print request &1

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

Print request &v1& is not printed.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings for the print destination in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.EHS_GLM_SPECIF_DESTI>Specify Print Destination</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGLAPI206 - No print station exists as a print destination for print request &1 ?

  The SAP error message CBGLAPI206 indicates that there is no print station configured as a print destination for the specified print request. This error typically occurs when trying to print documents or reports in SAP, and it suggests that the system cannot find a valid printer or print configuration for the job.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Printer Configuration: The printer may not be configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Print Destination: The print request may be directed to a print destination that does not exist or is not correctly set up.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified printer.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the print server.
  Print Queue Issues: The print queue may be down or not functioning properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) in SAP.
  Verify that the printer you are trying to use is listed and correctly configured.
  Ensure that the printer is active and not in an error state.
  
  
  
  Set Up Print Destination:
  
  If the printer is not configured, you may need to create a new print device in SPAD.
  Ensure that the print device is assigned to the correct output type.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system can communicate with the print server.
  Test the network connection to the printer from the server where SAP is running.
  
  
  
  Review Print Queue:
  
  Check the status of the print queue to ensure it is operational.
  If there are issues with the print queue, you may need to restart it or resolve any errors.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Print Destination:
  
  If the specified printer is not available, consider using a different printer that is configured and operational.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - for managing printers and spool requests.
  SP01: Spool Request - to view and manage spool requests.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on configuring printers and managing spool requests.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to printing and spool management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CBGLAPI206 error and successfully configure a print destination for your print requests in SAP.