How To Fix FZ940 - Specify an output device

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 940

• Message text: Specify an output device

What causes this issue?

You did not specify an output device. This is necessary if you want
your data to be printed immediately.

How to fix this error?

Specify an output device.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ940 - Specify an output device ?

  The SAP error message FZ940, which states "Specify an output device," typically occurs when you are trying to print a document or report in SAP, but the system does not have a designated output device (printer) specified for the print job. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to print a report, invoice, or any other document.
  Cause:
  
  No Output Device Selected: The user has not selected an output device for the print job.
  Default Output Device Not Set: The user’s profile may not have a default output device configured.
  Output Device Not Available: The specified output device may not be available or may be incorrectly configured in the system.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output device.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Output Device:
  
  When prompted for an output device, ensure that you select a valid printer from the list of available output devices.
  You can do this by clicking on the "Print" button and then selecting the appropriate output device from the dropdown menu.
  
  
  
  Set a Default Output Device:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to System > User Profile > Own Data (or use transaction code SU3).
  In the "Defaults" tab, specify a default output device in the "Output Device" field.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the output device you are trying to use is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  You can check this by going to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and verifying the settings for the output device.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output device.
  This may require coordination with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Test the Output Device:
  
  You can test the output device by printing a test page from the SPAD transaction to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - to manage output devices.
  SU3: User Profile - to manage user settings, including default output devices.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on configuring output devices and managing print settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to output devices or the FZ940 error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FZ940 error and successfully print your documents in SAP.