How To Fix L3119 - Printer & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: L3 -

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Printer & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message L3119 - Printer & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message L3119, which states "Printer & is not defined," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified printer in the SAP system configuration. This can happen for various reasons, such as the printer not being set up correctly, the printer name being misspelled, or the printer not being available in the current client.
  Causes:
  
  Printer Not Defined: The printer you are trying to use has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Printer Name: The name of the printer specified in the print settings may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Client-Specific Configuration: The printer may be defined in a different client than the one you are currently using.
  Network Issues: The printer may not be accessible due to network issues or it may be turned off.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified printer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check if the printer is defined in the system. If not, you will need to create a new printer definition.
  Ensure that the printer is configured correctly, including the device type and output attributes.
  
  
  
  Verify Printer Name:
  
  Double-check the printer name in your print settings. Make sure it matches exactly with the name defined in SPAD.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Settings:
  
  Ensure that the printer is defined in the same client you are working in. If it is defined in a different client, you may need to either define it in your current client or switch to the client where it is defined.
  
  
  
  Network and Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that the printer is powered on and connected to the network. You can try printing a test page from another application to verify its availability.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Contact IT Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to contact your IT support team for further assistance, especially if it involves network or hardware issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - for managing printers and spool requests.
  SU01: User Maintenance - for checking user authorizations.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on printer configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the L3119 error and successfully configure the printer in your SAP environment.