How To Fix FPRUN012 - Unable to find XML device configuration for output device &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPRUN - Messages Form Processing PDF/ADS Object

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Unable to find XML device configuration for output device &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPRUN012 - Unable to find XML device configuration for output device &1 ?

  The SAP error message FPRUN012 indicates that the system is unable to find the XML device configuration for a specified output device. This typically occurs when there is a misconfiguration or missing configuration for the output device in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing XML Configuration: The output device specified does not have an associated XML configuration in the system.
  Incorrect Device Name: The output device name provided may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Device Not Defined: The output device may not be defined in the SAP system at all.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the device configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check if the output device exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the device type is set correctly and that it has the necessary XML configuration.
  
  
  
  Create or Update XML Configuration:
  
  If the device does not have an XML configuration, you may need to create one.
  Ensure that the XML configuration file is correctly placed in the appropriate directory and is accessible by the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Verify Device Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the output device being used in the report or program to ensure it matches the name defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output device configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific output device and its configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Output Device Types: Familiarize yourself with the different types of output devices and their configurations in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.