How To Fix FARR_FOUNDATION029 - No spool selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_FOUNDATION - Revenue Accounting - Foundation

• Message number: 029

• Message text: No spool selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION029 - No spool selected ?

  The SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION029: No spool selected typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when trying to generate or print a report, and it indicates that there is no spool request selected for the output. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when generating financial reports or other documents that require printing.
  Causes:
  
  No Spool Request Created: The system did not create a spool request for the output, which can happen if the report was not executed correctly.
  Incorrect Output Device: The output device specified may not be configured correctly or may not be available.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the spool requests.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the spool system in SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Spool Requests:
  
  Go to transaction SP01 to check if any spool requests were created. If there are no spool requests, the report may not have been executed properly.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Report:
  
  Try re-running the report and ensure that you select the correct output options. Make sure to specify an output device if required.
  
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Verify that the output device is correctly configured in transaction SPAD. Ensure that the device is active and available for use.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access spool requests. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in the Job:
  
  If the report is being run as a background job, check the job log for any errors that may have occurred during execution. You can do this using transaction SM37.
  
  
  
  Consult Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult the SAP Basis team to check for any underlying system issues or configuration problems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to spool management and output device configuration for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.