How To Fix CBGLAPI222 - Assign the print request to a printer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Assign the print request to a printer

What causes this issue?

No printer is specified for the print request.

System Response

The print request cannot be processed.

How to fix this error?

Assign a printer to the print request.

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 CBGLAPI222 - Assign the print request to a printer ?

  The SAP error message CBGLAPI222 typically indicates that there is an issue with assigning a print request to a printer. This error can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to print documents, reports, or forms from SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Printer Configuration: The printer may not be properly configured in the SAP system. This includes settings related to the printer type, device type, and output device.
  
  
  Output Device Not Assigned: The print request may not have an output device assigned to it. This can happen if the user does not have the necessary permissions or if the output device is not defined in the system.
  
  
  User Authorization: The user may lack the necessary authorizations to access the specified printer or to create print requests.
  
  
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from communicating with the printer.
  
  
  Printer Status: The printer may be offline, out of paper, or experiencing other hardware issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CBGLAPI222 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) in SAP.
  Verify that the printer is correctly configured and is set up as an output device.
  Ensure that the device type and other settings are appropriate for the type of document being printed.
  
  
  
  Assign Output Device:
  
  When creating or processing the print request, ensure that an output device is assigned.
  You can specify the output device in the print dialog or in the relevant transaction.
  
  
  
  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 that the user roles and profiles are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Printer Status:
  
  Ensure that the printer is online and functioning properly.
  Check for any hardware issues, such as paper jams or low ink levels.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  Try printing a test page from the printer to ensure it is working correctly.
  You can also try printing from another application to rule out issues with the printer itself.
  
  
  
  Review Spool Requests:
  
  Check the spool requests in transaction SP01 to see if there are any errors or issues with the print jobs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SPAD (Spool Administration), SP01 (Spool Request Overview)
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to printing issues and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on output management and printer configuration for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or technical support for further investigation.