How To Fix PO205 - Standard print control & was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Standard print control & was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO205 - Standard print control & was deleted ?

  The SAP error message "PO205 Standard print control & was deleted" typically indicates that a standard print control associated with a purchase order (PO) has been deleted or is no longer available in the system. This can occur for various reasons, such as changes in configuration, deletion of print controls, or issues with the underlying data.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Print Control: The print control that was previously set up for the purchase order has been deleted from the system.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings related to print controls or output types may lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the purchase order or its associated print settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the print control.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Print Control Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and check if the print control exists.
  If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  
  
  
  Review Output Type Settings:
  
  Check the output type settings for the purchase order in transaction code NACE.
  Ensure that the output type is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate print control.
  
  
  
  Reassign Print Control:
  
  If the print control has been deleted, you may need to assign a different print control to the purchase order.
  This can be done by modifying the output settings in the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the print control.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order (to check output settings)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output management and print controls for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the output functionality to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.