How To Fix PO140 - Page format & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Page format & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The page format named has not yet been defined.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Define the page format in the SAP spool system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO140 - Page format & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "PO140 Page format & does not exist" typically occurs when there is an issue with the page format settings in the SAP system. This error is often encountered when trying to print or generate a document (like a purchase order) that requires a specific page format that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Page Format: The specified page format (e.g., A4, Letter) is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The page format may not be correctly configured in the output device settings.
  Output Device Settings: The output device being used may not support the specified page format.
  Transport Issues: If the page format was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Page Format Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Navigate to the Output Devices section and check the configuration of the output device you are using.
  Ensure that the required page format is defined and available.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Page Format:
  
  If the page format is missing, you can define it in the Page Format section of SPAD.
  Create a new page format if necessary, ensuring that it matches the requirements of your document.
  
  
  
  Check Printer Settings:
  
  Ensure that the printer or output device is correctly set up to handle the specified page format.
  Verify that the printer supports the page size you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Test Output Device:
  
  Use the Test function in SPAD to check if the output device can print with the specified page format.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the page format was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported.
  If necessary, re-transport the page format from the source system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring page formats and output devices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SPAD (Spool Administration), SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) may be useful for checking related configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to page formats and printing.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify output device settings and page formats.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "PO140 Page format & does not exist" error in SAP. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.