How To Fix PO669 - Error in control line for print control. Page &1, line &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 669

• Message text: Error in control line for print control. Page &1, line &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO669 - Error in control line for print control. Page &1, line &2 ?

  The SAP error message PO669, which states "Error in control line for print control. Page &1, line &2," typically occurs during the printing process in SAP, particularly when dealing with forms or print layouts. This error indicates that there is an issue with the control lines in the print layout, which can prevent the document from being printed correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Form Layout: The print form (Smart Form or SAPscript) may have been incorrectly designed or modified, leading to issues in the control lines.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The data being passed to the print form may be incomplete or not in the expected format, causing the control lines to fail.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the printer configuration or the SAP system itself.
  Page Format Issues: The page format settings in the print layout may not match the printer settings or the expected output.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check the Form Layout:
  
  Open the Smart Form or SAPscript associated with the print job.
  Verify that the control lines are correctly defined and that there are no missing elements.
  Ensure that the layout is compatible with the data being printed.
  
  
  
  Review Data Passed to the Form:
  
  Check the data being sent to the print form to ensure it is complete and correctly formatted.
  Use transaction codes like SE37 or SE80 to debug the function module or program that generates the print data.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Data:
  
  Try printing with different data sets to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is data-specific.
  
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the printer settings in SAP are correctly configured. This includes checking the device type and output settings.
  Use transaction SPAD to manage and configure printers.
  
  
  
  Review Page Format Settings:
  
  Ensure that the page format settings in the print layout match the printer's capabilities.
  Adjust the page size and orientation settings as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the print program to analyze the flow and identify where the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms.
  SE71 for SAPscript forms.
  SPAD for printer administration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or workarounds for known issues related to printing errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Smart Forms and SAPscript for best practices in form design and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PO669 error in SAP.