How To Fix FTR0304 - INFO: Printer replacement &1 -> &2 is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR0 - Treasury: Financial Transaction

• Message number: 304

• Message text: INFO: Printer replacement &1 -> &2 is active

What causes this issue?

The Customizing entries for the correspondence printer are overridden
by the entries in table AT80P. Printer &V1& specified in Customizing
activity 'Define Printer Options' is replaced by printer &V2&. All
other entries (for example, number of copies, spool retention period)
do NOT change.

How to fix this error?

This message is only intended for information purposes. We recommend,
however, that you only override these settings temporarily.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check whether it is necessary to replace the printer. You can reset
your settings using <DS:TRAN.TBZ13>transaction TBZ13</>, if required,
or you can change your Customizing settings for printing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR0304 - INFO: Printer replacement &1 -> &2 is active ?

  The SAP error message FTR0304 indicates that there is an issue related to printer replacement in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that a printer replacement has been activated, where the original printer (&1) is being replaced by a new printer (&2). This message is typically encountered in the context of financial transactions or document printing in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Printer Configuration: The error usually arises when there is a configuration in the SAP system that specifies a replacement for a printer. This could be due to changes made in the printer settings or configurations in the SAP system.
  Inactive Printer: The original printer may be inactive or not available, prompting the system to use a replacement printer.
  User Settings: The user may have specific settings that direct the system to use a different printer for certain transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and check the configuration of the printers.
  Ensure that both the original printer and the replacement printer are correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Printer Status:
  
  Check the status of the original printer. If it is inactive or has issues, resolve those issues or ensure that the printer is available for use.
  
  
  
  Review User Settings:
  
  Check if the user has specific settings that might be directing the print jobs to the replacement printer. This can be done in the user profile settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Printer Replacement Settings:
  
  If the replacement is not desired, you may need to adjust the settings in the SAP system to remove or modify the printer replacement configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on managing printer configurations and replacements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPAD (Spool Administration) and SU01 (User Maintenance) for managing printer settings and user profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to printer issues or specific error messages that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FTR0304 error and ensure that the correct printer is being used for your print jobs in SAP.