How To Fix CO164 - Order & marked for background printing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Order & marked for background printing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO164 - Order & marked for background printing ?

  The SAP error message CO164 indicates that a production order is marked for background printing. This typically means that the order is set to be printed in the background rather than in the foreground, which can lead to issues if the background printing process is not set up correctly or if there are other configuration problems.
  Cause:
  
  Background Printing Configuration: The system may not be properly configured for background printing, or the necessary print parameters may not be set.
  Missing Output Type: The output type for the production order may not be defined or may not be correctly assigned.
  Printer Issues: The printer settings may not be correctly configured, or the printer may be offline or unavailable.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute background printing.
  Job Scheduling Issues: There may be issues with the job scheduling in the background processing system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration for production orders.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly defined and assigned to the production order.
  
  
  
  Review Background Job Settings:
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check the status of background jobs. Look for any failed jobs related to printing.
  If jobs are failing, review the job logs for errors.
  
  
  
  Printer Configuration:
  
  Check the printer settings in transaction code SPAD. Ensure that the printer is configured correctly and is available.
  Test the printer to ensure it is functioning properly.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute background printing. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after attempting to print.
  
  
  
  Adjust Printing Parameters:
  
  If necessary, adjust the printing parameters in the production order to ensure it is set to print in the desired mode (foreground or background).
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to background printing for production orders.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SM37: Monitor Background Jobs
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring output types and background printing.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the CO164 error related to background printing of production orders in SAP.