How To Fix FPRUNX113 - Cannot find PDL type for output device &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPRUNX - Messages Form Processing Runtime

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Cannot find PDL type for output device &1

What causes this issue?

No PDL type has been found for the specified output device.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

For more information, see SAP Note 685571.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPRUNX113 - Cannot find PDL type for output device &1 ?

  The SAP error message FPRUNX113 indicates that the system cannot find the PDL (Printer Description Language) type for the specified output device. This typically occurs when there is a configuration issue with the output device in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect PDL Configuration: The output device may not have a valid PDL type assigned, or the PDL type may not be defined in the system.
  Device Type Not Installed: The required device type for the printer may not be installed or configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Output Device Settings: The output device settings may be incorrectly configured, leading to the system being unable to identify the PDL type.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the necessary device type may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Locate the output device that is causing the error.
  Verify that the device type is correctly assigned and that it corresponds to a valid PDL type.
  
  
  
  Install or Update Device Type:
  
  If the required device type is missing, you may need to install it. This can be done by going to the Device Types section in SPAD and checking if the necessary device type is available.
  If it is not available, you may need to download it from SAP or create a new device type that supports the required PDL.
  
  
  
  Check PDL Type:
  
  Ensure that the PDL type is correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the device type configuration.
  If necessary, consult SAP documentation or support to find the correct PDL type for your printer model.
  
  
  
  Test the Output Device:
  
  After making changes, test the output device to ensure that it is functioning correctly and that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring output devices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SE78: SAP Archive Link Administration (for checking if the device type is archived)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuring output devices and PDL types.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom device types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FPRUNX113 error and ensure that your output device is correctly configured in the SAP system.