How To Fix PO185 - At least one print control was created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 185

• Message text: At least one print control was created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO185 - At least one print control was created ?

  The SAP error message PO185 ("At least one print control was created") typically occurs in the context of print control settings for purchase orders or other documents in SAP. This message indicates that there is a configuration or data issue related to the print controls that are set up for the document.
  Cause:
  
  Print Control Configuration: The print control settings for the document type may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Print Control: The system expects at least one print control to be defined for the document, but it may not be found.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being processed may not have the necessary print control settings assigned.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify print control settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Print Control Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and check the print control settings for the relevant document type.
  Ensure that at least one print control is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OME9 to check the settings for the document type in question.
  Ensure that the print control is assigned to the document type.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Print Control:
  
  If no print control exists, you may need to create one. This can be done in SPAD by defining a new print control and linking it to the appropriate output device.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify print controls. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the printing functionality again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  OME9: Output Control for Purchasing Documents
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring print controls and output types.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PO185 error and ensure that print controls are properly set up for your documents.