How To Fix PO429 - The print control &1 was applied from device type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 429

• Message text: The print control &1 was applied from device type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO429 - The print control &1 was applied from device type &2 ?

  The SAP error message PO429 indicates that there is an issue related to the print control being applied from a specific device type. This error typically arises in the context of printing documents in SAP, particularly when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the printer settings or device types.
  Cause:
  
  Device Type Mismatch: The device type specified in the print control may not match the actual printer configuration or capabilities.
  Incorrect Print Control Settings: The print control settings may not be properly configured for the document being printed.
  Missing or Incorrect Printer Configuration: The printer may not be correctly set up in the SAP system, or the device type may not be defined correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified print control or device type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify the configuration of the device type mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the device type is correctly defined and matches the capabilities of the physical printer.
  
  
  
  Review Print Control Settings:
  
  Check the print control settings in the relevant SAP transaction or program. Ensure that the print control is appropriate for the document type being printed.
  
  
  
  Verify Printer Setup:
  
  Ensure that the printer is correctly set up in the SAP system. Check the printer's status and configuration in SPAD.
  Make sure that the printer is active and available for use.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified print control and device type. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test print to see if the issue is resolved. You can use transaction SP01 to check the spool requests and their statuses.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - for managing printers and device types.
  SP01: Spool Request - for viewing spool requests and their statuses.
  SU01: User Maintenance - for checking and modifying user authorizations.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on printer configuration and troubleshooting printing issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the PO429 error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PO429 error message in your SAP system.