How To Fix FB544 - Log cannot be issued since printer is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 544

• Message text: Log cannot be issued since printer is missing

What causes this issue?

No printer could be determined for the log output.

System Response

The log for correspondence output is not output.

How to fix this error?

Please check your configuration. You should check the following
passages that are used in the specified sequence to determine the
printer:
parameters on the selection screens of the correspondence programs
user master of the one executing the program
printer specification with the definition of a job

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB544 - Log cannot be issued since printer is missing ?

  The SAP error message FB544, which states "Log cannot be issued since printer is missing," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a valid printer configuration for printing logs or documents. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing printer settings, incorrect printer configuration, or issues with the output device.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Printer Configuration: The printer you are trying to use is not configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Printer Settings: The printer settings may be incorrect or not properly assigned to the user or the output type.
  Output Device Not Defined: The output device (printer) may not be defined in the SAP system.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the printer.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from accessing the printer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check if the printer you want to use is listed under "Output Devices."
  If it is missing, you may need to create a new output device.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Output Device:
  
  In SPAD, you can create a new output device by clicking on "Output Devices" and then "Create."
  Ensure that the device type, host spool access method, and other settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Printer to User:
  
  Ensure that the printer is assigned to the user or the relevant user group.
  You can check this in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) under the "Defaults" tab.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to print. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after attempting to print.
  
  
  
  Test Printer Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the printer is online and accessible from the network.
  You can perform a test print from the operating system or check the printer's status.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Requests:
  
  Go to transaction code SP01 to check if there are any spool requests that have failed due to printer issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult your SAP Basis team for further investigation, as they may need to check the underlying configuration or network settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring output devices and troubleshooting printing issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to printing and output devices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FB544 error and successfully configure the printer for log issuance in SAP.