How To Fix PK878 - No print queue was entered for printing control cycle

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 878

• Message text: No print queue was entered for printing control cycle

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK878 - No print queue was entered for printing control cycle ?

  The SAP error message PK878 ("No print queue was entered for printing control cycle") typically occurs in the context of production planning and control when there is an attempt to print documents related to control cycles, such as production orders or other related documents, but the system cannot find a designated print queue.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Print Queue Configuration: The print queue for the control cycle has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Control Cycle Settings: The control cycle may not have the necessary settings configured for printing.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the print queue.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the output types or the output determination procedure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PK878 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Control Cycle Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code PK01 (Create Control Cycle) or PK02 (Change Control Cycle).
  Verify that the control cycle has a valid print queue assigned. If not, you will need to assign a print queue.
  
  
  
  Define Print Queue:
  
  If a print queue is not defined, you can define it in the output determination settings.
  Use transaction code SPAD to manage the output devices and ensure that the print queue is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Output Type Configuration:
  
  Check the output type associated with the control cycle. You can do this in transaction code NACE.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly configured to use the print queue.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the print queue. This can be checked in transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the printing functionality again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PK01: Create Control Cycle
  PK02: Change Control Cycle
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  NACE: Output Types
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring control cycles and output management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PK878 error and ensure that the print queue is correctly configured for your control cycles.