How To Fix OQ081 - Error in form & during print document save

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ - IS-Oil : Message pool Service Station Retailing

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Error in form & during print document save

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ081 - Error in form & during print document save ?

  The SAP error message OQ081, which states "Error in form & during print document save," typically occurs when there is an issue with the print form configuration or the data being processed for printing. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Form Configuration Issues: The print form (Smart Form or SAPscript) may not be correctly configured or may have errors in its design.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The data being passed to the form may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to issues during the print process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the print job or access the form.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the spool request or printer settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code for the form (e.g., SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms or SE71 for SAPscript).
  Verify that the form is correctly configured and that there are no errors in the design.
  Test the form using the test functionality to ensure it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Check the data being passed to the form. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that the data types are correct.
  Use transaction codes like SE37 or SE80 to debug the function module or program that generates the print data.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the print job and access the form.
  Review the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Analyze Spool Requests:
  
  Go to transaction SP01 to check the spool requests. Look for any errors or warnings related to the print job.
  If there are issues with the spool, try deleting the spool request and re-initiating the print job.
  
  
  
  Printer Settings:
  
  Verify that the printer settings are correctly configured in SAP. Check the output device settings in transaction SPAD.
  Ensure that the printer is online and functioning properly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: For Smart Forms management.
  SE71: For SAPscript form management.
  SP01: For viewing spool requests.
  SPAD: For printer administration.
  
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or function module that generates the print output to identify where the error occurs.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also check the SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.