How To Fix EBR084 - Define an output device in your user master record (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EBR - Message Class for Batch Records

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Define an output device in your user master record (&)

What causes this issue?

When editing a batch record, you can only execute certain functions
(for example, archiving batch records or displaying the print preview)
if you have maintained an output device in your user profile. This
setting is missing in your user master record and you cannot edit batch
records.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

RESET N1
Choose <LS>Maintain User Profile</>.
<DS:TRAN.SU3>Maintain User Profile</>
Go to the <LS>Defaults</> tab page and enter an output device.
If you are not authorized to maintain your user profile, contact your
system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

RESET N1
Call up user master record &V1&.
<DS:TRAN.SU01>Maintain User Master Record</>
Enter an output device on the <LS>Defaults</> tab page.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EBR084 - Define an output device in your user master record (&) ?

  The SAP error message EBR084, which states "Define an output device in your user master record (&)," typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a function that requires an output device (like a printer) to be specified, but none has been defined in their user profile.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user master record does not have an output device assigned. This can happen if:
  
  The user has not set up their user profile correctly.
  The output device was removed or not configured properly.
  The user is accessing a system where the output device settings have not been defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define an output device in your user master record. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access User Profile:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter your user ID and click on the "Display" button.
  
  
  
  Edit User Profile:
  
  Click on the "Change" button to edit the user profile.
  
  
  
  Define Output Device:
  
  Navigate to the "Defaults" tab.
  In the "Output Device" field, enter the name of the output device you want to use (e.g., a printer).
  If you are unsure of the output device name, you can check with your system administrator or look for available output devices using transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the output device, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Functionality:
  
  Try to execute the function again that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Output Devices: Output devices in SAP can include printers, fax machines, or other devices that can handle output from the system. They need to be configured in the SAP system using transaction SPAD.
  User Master Record: The user master record contains various settings and preferences for a user, including default parameters for printing, logon data, and authorizations.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change your user profile. If you do not have the required permissions, you may need to contact your system administrator.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team or system administrator for further assistance.