How To Fix PO444 - Do not specify short printer URIs

PO444 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 444

• Message text: Do not specify short printer URIs

What causes this issue?

To identify a long URL, you must specify a unique key.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

In the "Printer URI" field, enter a unique name of your choice. This
name can also be used in other printer definitions.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO444 - Do not specify short printer URIs ?

  The SAP error message PO444, which states "Do not specify short printer URIs," typically occurs when there is an issue with the printer configuration in the SAP system. This error is related to the way printer URIs (Uniform Resource Identifiers) are defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a short printer URI is specified in the printer settings. In SAP, printer URIs should be fully qualified and follow a specific format. Short URIs may not provide enough information for the system to correctly identify and connect to the printer, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PO444 error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Locate the printer that is causing the issue.
  Check the settings for the printer, specifically the "Output Device" and "Device Type."
  
  
  
  Update Printer URI:
  
  Ensure that the printer URI is fully qualified. This means it should include the complete path