How To Fix LMBP028 - Enter a valid presentation device

LMBP028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LMBP -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Enter a valid presentation device

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LMBP028 - Enter a valid presentation device ?

  The SAP error message LMBP028: "Enter a valid presentation device" typically occurs when the system is unable to recognize or find a valid output device (like a printer) for the print job you are trying to execute. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when printing reports, forms, or other documents.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Output Device: The output device specified in the print settings does not exist or is not configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Device Not Defined: The output device may not be defined in the SAP system or may have been deleted.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output device.
  Device Status: The output device may be offline or in a status that prevents it from being used (e.g., out of paper, maintenance mode).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the output device may be incorrect or incomplete.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Device:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration)