How To Fix PO366 - Device & does not exist

PO366 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 366

• Message text: Device & does not exist

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PO366 - Details

• The SAP error message "PO366 Device & does not exist" typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified output device (printer or other output device) that is referenced in a print request or output configuration. This can happen for various reasons, including misconfiguration, device not being defined, or issues with the device status.
  Causes:
  
  Device Not Defined: The specified output device has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Device Name: The name of the output device may be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the print settings.
  Device Status: The output device may be inactive or not available for use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output device.
  Network Issues: If the device is a network printer, there may be connectivity issues preventing the system from accessing it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Device Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check if the output device is defined. If not,