How To Fix OIURVOW186 - No spool retention period is defined for client &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIURVOW - Revenue: Ownership and Transfer

• Message number: 186

• Message text: No spool retention period is defined for client &

What causes this issue?

An entry was found in table OIUOW_RQST_DFLTS for client &v1& but there
was no spool retention period (in days) specified for ownership
reports generated by the Transfer Process.

System Response

This system has processed the relevent transfer reports with the
following default information:
Spool retention time - 9 days

How to fix this error?

Click <DS:TRAN.O3UOW_MAINT_DFLTS>here</> to maintain the retention time
for client &v1&

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIURVOW186 - No spool retention period is defined for client & ?

  The SAP error message OIURVOW186 indicates that there is no spool retention period defined for the specified client. This error typically arises when the system is trying to manage spool requests (print jobs) but cannot find a defined retention period for how long these spool requests should be kept before being deleted.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the spool retention period has not been configured in the SAP system for the client in question. The retention period is essential for managing spool requests effectively, as it determines how long the system retains these requests before they are automatically deleted.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a spool retention period for the client. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the SAP GUI: Log in to your SAP system.
  
  
  Transaction Code SPAD: Enter the transaction code SPAD in the command field and press Enter. This will take you to the Spool Administration screen.
  
  
  Go to Spool Parameters: In the Spool Administration screen, navigate to the "Spool Parameters" section.
  
  
  Define Retention Period:
  
  Look for the option to set the retention period for spool requests. This is usually found under the "Output Devices" or "Spool Control" settings.
  Set the desired retention period (in days) for the spool requests. This is typically done in the "Spool Control" settings where you can specify how long the spool requests should be retained.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After defining the retention period, make sure to save your changes.
  
  
  Test the Configuration: After saving, try to execute the process that was causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Spool Requests: These are temporary files created by the SAP system when a print job is executed. They can be viewed and managed through the Spool Administration (SPAD).
  Retention Period: This is a critical parameter that helps in managing system resources by automatically deleting old spool requests that are no longer needed.
  Client-Specific Settings: Remember that settings can be client-specific, so ensure you are configuring the correct client in your SAP system.
  
  If the problem persists after setting the retention period, you may want to check for any additional configuration issues or consult SAP support for further assistance.