How To Fix FR847 - Print or archive parameters are not valid

FR847 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 847

• Message text: Print or archive parameters are not valid

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FR847 - Details

• The SAP error message FR847, which states "Print or archive parameters are not valid," typically occurs when there are issues with the parameters set for printing or archiving documents in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the execution of a print job or when trying to archive documents.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Print Parameters: The parameters specified for printing (like output device, format, etc.) may not be valid or correctly configured.
  Missing Output Device: The output device specified in the print settings may not exist or may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Archiving Settings: If the error occurs during archiving, it may be due to incorrect settings in the archiving object or missing configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the print or archive job.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the SAP system itself, such