How To Fix PO388 - All output devices already have a language assigned

PO388 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 388

• Message text: All output devices already have a language assigned

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PO388 - Details

• The SAP error message PO388, which states "All output devices already have a language assigned," typically occurs when you are trying to assign a language to an output device (like a printer) that already has a language set for it. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when configuring print settings for purchase orders or other documents.
  
  Cause:
  
  Language Assignment: Each output device in SAP can be assigned a specific language. If you attempt to assign a language to an output device that already has a language assigned, you will encounter this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the output device settings or the print layout that leads to this error.
  Multiple Languages: If the system is set up to handle multiple languages, and you are trying to assign a language that is already in use, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Find the