How To Fix D4614 - Spool file selected has status *FINISHED.'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D4 - DB2/400 specific messages

• Message number: 614

• Message text: Spool file selected has status *FINISHED.'

What causes this issue?

The spool file was removed from the system after being either produced
by a writer or cleared
from an output queue or deleted.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D4614 - Spool file selected has status *FINISHED.' ?

  The SAP error message D4614 indicates that the spool file you are trying to access or process has a status of *FINISHED. This means that the spool request has already been completed and is no longer in a state that allows for further processing or modification.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the spool file you are attempting to work with has already been processed and is in a finished state. This can happen if:
  
  The spool request has already been printed or outputted.
  The spool file has been deleted or archived.
  You are trying to reprocess a spool file that is no longer available for further actions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Spool Status: Go to transaction code SP01 (Spool Request) and check the status of the spool file. If it is indeed marked as *FINISHED, you will not be able to modify or reprocess it.
  
  
  Recreate the Spool Request: If you need to regenerate the output, you may need to rerun the report or transaction that generated the spool file in the first place. This will create a new spool request that you can work with.
  
  
  Review Output Options: If you are trying to print or send the spool file, ensure that you are selecting the correct options and that the spool file is still available for processing.
  
  
  Check for Deletion or Archiving: If the spool file has been deleted or archived, you may need to check your system's archiving settings or consult with your system administrator to see if the spool file can be restored.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the specific actions you need to take, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SP01 (to view spool requests) and SP02 (to manage spool requests).
  Spool Administration: Understanding how spool administration works in SAP can help you manage spool files more effectively.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and manage spool files in your SAP environment.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further investigation.