How To Fix PO293 - Output device &1 generated

PO293 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Output device &1 generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO293 - Output device &1 generated ?

  The SAP error message PO293, which states "Output device &1 generated," typically occurs when there is an issue with the output device configuration or when the system is unable to generate the output for a specific document (like a purchase order, invoice, etc.) due to various reasons.
  
  Cause:
  
  Output Device Configuration: The specified output device may not be correctly configured in the SAP system. This could include issues with the device type, printer settings, or network connectivity.
  Missing Output Type: The output type associated with the document may not be defined or may not have been set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified output device.
  Device Status: The output device may be offline, out of paper, or experiencing other hardware issues.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters for the output request may be incorrect or incomplete.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and