How To Fix FPRUNX115 - Unable to find PDL type for device type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPRUNX - Messages Form Processing Runtime

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Unable to find PDL type for device type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPRUNX115 - Unable to find PDL type for device type &1 ?

  The SAP error message FPRUNX115: Unable to find PDL type for device type &1 typically occurs when the system is unable to locate the appropriate Printer Description Language (PDL) type for a specified device type. This can happen in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with printing configurations in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Missing PDL Configuration: The PDL type for the specified device type is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Device Type: The device type specified may be incorrect or not properly configured.
  Transport Issues: If the device type was recently transported from another system, the PDL configuration may not have been included or activated.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the overall configuration of the printing setup in SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Device Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Navigate to the Device Types section and verify if the device type specified in the error message exists.
  Ensure that the PDL type is correctly assigned to the device type.
  
  
  
  Define PDL Type:
  
  If the PDL type is missing, you may need to create or define it. This can be done in the same SPAD transaction under the Device Types section.
  Ensure that the PDL type is compatible with the printer you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the device type was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
  You may need to re-transport the device type or manually configure it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Printer Settings:
  
  Ensure that the printer settings in the SAP system match the physical printer's capabilities and configurations.
  Check if the printer is correctly connected and configured in the operating system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific device type and PDL configurations for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to device types and PDL configurations.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuring printers and device types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FPRUNX115 error and ensure that your SAP system can properly communicate with the specified printer.