How To Fix /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI059 - Channel/medium/format check failed

/PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI059 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Channel/medium/format check failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI059 - Channel/medium/format check failed ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_LOG_GUI059 Channel/medium/format check failed typically indicates an issue with the configuration of the output medium or format for a message log or communication channel in SAP. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to send messages, print documents, or generate output in a specific format.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The output medium or format may not be correctly configured in the system. This could involve settings related to the output device, communication channel, or message format.
  Missing or Incompatible Output Device: The specified output device may not exist, or it may not support the requested format.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output medium or format.
  System Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the system settings related to output processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify the configuration of the output device you are trying to