How To Fix HRBASHR502 - Output error: fp job open error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBASHR - Messages HR Croatia

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Output error: fp job open error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBASHR502 - Output error: fp job open error ?

  The SAP error message HRBASHR502 with the description "Output error: fp job open error" typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is an issue related to the output processing of forms or reports, particularly when using the SAPscript or Smart Forms for generating HR-related documents.
  Causes:
  
  Form Configuration Issues: The form (SAPscript or Smart Form) may not be configured correctly or may be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the job or access the required forms.
  Output Device Issues: The output device (printer or spool) may not be configured correctly or may be offline.
  Spool Management Issues: There may be issues with the spool request, such as it being full or not being processed correctly.
  Job Scheduling Issues: The background job that is supposed to generate the output may not be scheduled correctly or may have failed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Verify that the form used for the output is correctly configured and exists in the system.
  Use transaction codes like SMARTFORMS or SE71 to check the form settings.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the job has the necessary authorizations to access the form and execute the report.
  Check the user roles and profiles in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Inspect Output Device:
  
  Check the configuration of the output device in transaction SPAD.
  Ensure that the device is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Requests:
  
  Use transaction SP01 to check the status of spool requests.
  Look for any errors or issues with the spool requests related to the job.
  
  
  
  Review Job Scheduling:
  
  Use transaction SM37 to check the status of the background job.
  Look for any failed jobs and review the job logs for more details on the error.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  Use transaction SM21 to view the system log.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific HR module you are working with, as it may provide insights into common issues and their resolutions.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.