How To Fix J1B_NFE014 - Printer configuration not found for co. code &1 bus. place &2 and form &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J1B_NFE - Message class for NF-e

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Printer configuration not found for co. code &1 bus. place &2 and form &3

What causes this issue?

The printer configuration is not set up to cover the contingency
process.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

For contingency, a contingency printer must be configured. You have the
following options:
Print on security paper as an electronic NF without renumbering. To
enable this, maintain the security printer in the
<DS:SIMG.J_1BSERIES_NFNUMBER>Assign Numbering and Printing Parameters
</> Customizing activity in the second output-device field.
Print with a matrix printer as a non-electronic NF with a new number. To
enable this, assign a contingency NF type to the NF type that is used.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J1B_NFE014 - Printer configuration not found for co. code &1 bus. place &2 and form &3 ?

  The SAP error message J1B_NFE014 indicates that there is an issue with the printer configuration for a specific company code, business place, and form. This error typically arises in the context of generating electronic invoices or documents in Brazil, where specific configurations are required for printing and electronic document generation.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Printer Configuration: The printer configuration for the specified company code, business place, and form is not set up in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The existing configuration may be incorrect or incomplete, leading to the system being unable to find the necessary settings.
  Form Not Defined: The form specified in the error message may not be defined in the system or may not be linked to the correct printer settings.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the printer configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) in SAP.
  Verify that the printer configuration exists for the specified company code, business place, and form.
  If it does not exist, create a new printer configuration.
  
  
  
  Define Output Device:
  
  Ensure that the output device is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate form.
  You can do this in the transaction code SPAD by checking the output devices and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the form specified in the error message is correctly defined in the system.
  You can check this in the transaction code SMARTFORMS or SE71 (for SAPscript forms).
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer configuration and generate the document.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to electronic invoicing in Brazil, as there may be specific requirements or configurations needed.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on electronic invoicing and printer configuration in Brazil.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the J1B_NFE014 error in your SAP system.