How To Fix IW256 - Cannot print, due to status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Cannot print, due to status

What causes this issue?

You want to print <GL:shop_papers>shop papers</> for the
<GL:maintenance_order>maintenance order</>. However, the PM order has a
system status which does not allow the printing of
shop papers.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-FUNKTION' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Determine the circumstances under which statuses such as "released" and
"printed" are assigned in your system. You may have to set an additional
status or delete a status l?schen, before you can print shop papers for
the PM order.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW256 - Cannot print, due to status ?

  The SAP error message IW256 ("Cannot print, due to status") typically occurs when you attempt to print a document (such as a work order or maintenance order) that is in a status that does not allow printing. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in Plant Maintenance (PM) or Production Planning (PP).
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The work order or document may be in a status that prohibits printing. For example, it might be in a "Completed" or "Closed" status.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print the document.
  Configuration Settings: The print settings or output types may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Missing Output Determination: The output type for the document may not be determined or set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Navigate to the work order or document in question and check its status. If it is in a status that does not allow printing, you may need to change its status or create a new document.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to print the document. This can be checked with the help of a system administrator.
  
  
  
  Output Type Configuration:
  
  Verify the output type settings in the configuration. Ensure that the output type for the document is correctly defined and that the print settings are appropriate.
  You can check this in transaction SPRO under the relevant configuration for the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Output Determination:
  
  Check if the output determination procedure is correctly set up for the document type. You can do this by navigating to the output determination settings in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Document:
  
  If the document is in a status that can be changed, you may need to reprocess it or create a new document that is in a printable status.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like IW32 (Change Work Order) or IW33 (Display Work Order) to check the status of the work order.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.