How To Fix PO480 - Short name of device &1 was changed

PO480 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 480

• Message text: Short name of device &1 was changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO480 - Short name of device &1 was changed ?

  The SAP error message PO480 indicates that the short name of a device has been changed. This typically occurs in the context of device management or when dealing with print settings in SAP. The error can arise due to various reasons, such as changes in the configuration of the device, updates in the system, or modifications made by users with the necessary permissions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Device Configuration Change: The short name of the device may have been altered in the SAP system or in the underlying operating system.
  User Modifications: A user with the appropriate permissions may have changed the device settings or names.
  System Updates: Updates or migrations in the SAP system can sometimes lead to changes in device configurations.
  Network Changes: If the device is networked, changes in the network configuration can affect how devices are recognized by the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Device Configuration: Check the device configuration in the SAP system. You can do