How To Fix PO298 - Spool update: Error occurred creating format type &1 for device type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 298

• Message text: Spool update: Error occurred creating format type &1 for device type &2

What causes this issue?

In Release 4.0 the attributes of a format implemented by a device type
were placed in a separate table (TSP06A). The attributes are taken from
certain entries in the actions table TSP06 and transferred to the the
table TSP06A. However one entry could not be inserted.

System Response

The entry does not exist in the table. This format can no longer be
used for printing by the relevant device type.

How to fix this error?

The adaptation report RSPOXPRA can be executed again. Beforehand,
however, the (database) error that led to the cancellation of the
update should be removed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO298 - Spool update: Error occurred creating format type &1 for device type &2 ?

  The SAP error message PO298 indicates that there was an issue when trying to create a spool request with a specific format type for a given device type. This error typically occurs during the printing process when the system is unable to generate the required output format for the specified printer or device.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Device Type Configuration: The device type specified in the spool request may not be correctly configured or may not support the requested format type.
  Missing Format Type: The format type specified in the spool request may not exist or may not be defined in the system.
  Printer Driver Issues: There may be issues with the printer driver or the communication between SAP and the printer.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified device type or format.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be general configuration issues in the SAP system related to spool management or output devices.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Device Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and check the configuration of the device type specified in the error message.
  Ensure that the device type is correctly set up and supports the required format.
  
  
  
  Verify Format Type:
  
  Check if the format type mentioned in the error message exists in the system.
  You can do this by going to transaction SPAD and looking under the "Output Formats" section.
  
  
  
  Test Printer Connection:
  
  Ensure that the printer is correctly connected and configured in the SAP system.
  You can perform a test print from the SAP system to verify the connection.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified device type and format.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Spool Settings:
  
  Check the spool settings in transaction SPAD to ensure that they are correctly configured for the output device and format type.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Management
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to spool management and output device configuration for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PO298 error in your SAP system.