How To Fix OIUX1_TAX_MESSAGES205 - Please maintain the output device.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUX1_TAX_MESSAGES - Message Class Tax Reporting

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Please maintain the output device.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUX1_TAX_MESSAGES205 - Please maintain the output device. ?

  The SAP error message OIUX1_TAX_MESSAGES205, which states "Please maintain the output device," typically occurs when there is an issue with the output device configuration in the SAP system. This error is often encountered when trying to print documents or reports, and it indicates that the system cannot find a valid output device to send the print job to.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Output Device Configuration: The output device you are trying to use may not be configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Output Device Assignment: The output device may not be assigned correctly in the user profile or in the print settings of the transaction you are using.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output device.
  Device Status: The output device may be offline or not available for use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check if the output device you are trying to use is listed and properly configured.
  If it is missing, you may need to create a new output device or modify an existing one.
  
  
  
  Assign Output Device:
  
  Ensure that the output device is assigned in the user profile. You can do this by going to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and checking the user’s default output device settings.
  You can also specify the output device directly in the print settings of the transaction you are using.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output device. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 (Display Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check Device Status:
  
  Ensure that the output device is online and available. You can check the status in transaction code SPAD under the "Output Devices" section.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to print again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring output devices and managing spool requests.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message OIUX1_TAX_MESSAGES205 and successfully maintain the output device in your SAP system.