How To Fix FS588 - Print job was generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS - Messages from Tax Routines / Prenumbered Checks

• Message number: 588

• Message text: Print job was generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS588 - Print job was generated ?

  The SAP error message FS588, which states "Print job was generated," typically indicates that a print job has been successfully created in the system, but it may not have been processed or printed as expected. This message is often related to issues in the printing configuration or the output management settings in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Output Device Configuration: The output device (printer) may not be correctly configured in SAP. This includes settings such as the device type, access method, and spool server.
  Spool Request Issues: The spool request may be stuck or not processed due to various reasons, such as the spool server being down or overloaded.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print or access the output device.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems between the SAP system and the printer.
  Printer Status: The physical printer may be offline, out of paper, or experiencing other hardware issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify the configuration of the output device.
  Ensure that the device type and access method are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Spool Requests:
  
  Use transaction code SP01 to check the status of the spool requests. Look for any errors or requests that are stuck.
  If necessary, delete or reprocess the spool requests.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to print. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Check Printer Status:
  
  Physically check the printer to ensure it is online and functioning properly.
  If using a network printer, verify that it is connected to the network and accessible.
  
  
  
  Monitor Spool Server:
  
  Check the status of the spool server to ensure it is running and not overloaded. This can be done in transaction SM51 (to check the application servers) and SM37 (to check for any background jobs related to spool processing).
  
  
  
  Reconfigure Output Management:
  
  If using SAP's output management (like S/4HANA), ensure that the output type and conditions are correctly set up in the output management configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SM51: List of Application Servers
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on output management and spool administration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to printing and spool management.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.