How To Fix PO233 - No authorization to change device type & to &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 233

• Message text: No authorization to change device type & to &

What causes this issue?

You do not have the system access privilege for redirecting a spool
request from one type of printer to another.

System Response

The system has not changed the printer to which the spool request is to
be sent.

How to fix this error?

You must have the authorizations <LB>REDI</> and <LB>ATTR</> for
authorization object <LS>Spool actions</> to carry out this operation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO233 - No authorization to change device type & to & ?

  The SAP error message "PO233 No authorization to change device type & to &" typically indicates that a user is attempting to change the device type of a printer or output device in the SAP system but lacks the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the required authorization object to change the device type. This is often related to the authorization objects for printer management in SAP.
  Role Configuration: The user's role may not include the necessary permissions to modify printer settings or device types.
  System Configuration: There may be restrictions set at the system level that prevent certain users from making changes to device types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check which authorization checks failed.
  Review the authorization objects related to printer management, such as S_SPO_DEV (Authorization for Output Devices).
  
  
  
  Modify User Roles:
  
  If you have the necessary administrative rights, you can modify the user's roles to include the required authorizations.
  Use transaction code PFCG to adjust the roles and add the necessary authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Consult with Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the rights to change roles, contact your SAP security team or administrator. Provide them with the error details and request the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review System Settings:
  
  Ensure that there are no system-wide restrictions that prevent users from changing device types. This may involve checking configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are aware of the processes and authorizations required for changing device types. Providing training or documentation can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with the relevant authorization objects for printer management, such as:
  
  S_SPO_DEV: Authorization for Output Devices
  S_USER_AUTH: User Authorization
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SPAD: Spool Administration (for managing printers and output devices)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to printer authorizations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the authorization issue related to the error message PO233.