How To Fix CMS_MOV027 - Priority for devices types should be unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_MOV - Message Class for Movables

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Priority for devices types should be unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_MOV027 - Priority for devices types should be unique ?

  The SAP error message CMS_MOV027 indicates that there is a conflict in the priority settings for device types in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that two or more device types have been assigned the same priority, which is not allowed. Each device type must have a unique priority to ensure that the system can correctly manage and route print jobs.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Priority Assignment: The most common cause of this error is that multiple device types have been assigned the same priority value in the configuration.
  Configuration Changes: Changes made to device type configurations without ensuring unique priorities can lead to this error.
  System Migration or Updates: If the system has been migrated or updated, it may have resulted in duplicate priorities being assigned.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CMS_MOV027 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Priorities:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Navigate to the Output Devices section.
  Check the list of device types and their assigned priorities.
  
  
  
  Modify Device Type Priorities:
  
  For each device type that has a duplicate priority, change the priority to a unique value.
  Ensure that the priority values are sequential and do not overlap.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  It may be necessary to restart the spooler or the SAP system for the changes to take effect.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After resolving the issue, test the printing functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that print jobs are being processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Device Types: In SAP, device types define the characteristics of printers and other output devices, including how data is formatted and printed.
  Priority: The priority assigned to a device type determines the order in which print jobs are processed. A lower number indicates a higher priority.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPAD for spool administration and SP01 for monitoring spool requests.
  
  By ensuring that each device type has a unique priority, you can prevent the CMS_MOV027 error and maintain smooth printing operations within your SAP environment.