How To Fix LMBP100 - Device &1 defined more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LMBP -

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Device &1 defined more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LMBP100 - Device &1 defined more than once ?

  The SAP error message LMBP100 indicates that a device (such as a printer or a communication device) has been defined more than once in the system. This can lead to confusion in device management and can cause issues when trying to use the device for printing or other functions.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Device Definitions: The same device has been defined multiple times in the SAP system, possibly with different configurations or settings.
  Configuration Errors: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the device, leading to multiple entries in the device management tables.
  Transport Issues: If configurations were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it might have resulted in duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LMBP100 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Device Definitions:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Navigate to the Output Devices section.
  Search for the device name mentioned in the error message.
  Check if the device is listed more than once.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find multiple entries for the same device, determine which one is the correct configuration.
  Delete or deactivate the duplicate entries to ensure that only one definition exists.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the remaining device configuration is correct and meets your requirements.
  Check for any inconsistencies in the device settings that might have led to the duplication.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose due to transport, review the transport requests to ensure that they do not contain duplicate device definitions.
  If necessary, adjust the transport requests to avoid duplicates.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the device to ensure that it functions correctly without any errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration for managing output devices.
  SP01: Spool request overview, where you can check the status of spool requests.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing output devices and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to device management and the LMBP100 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LMBP100 error and ensure that your device configurations are correct and functioning as intended.