How To Fix PO770 - Connection to host spool system terminated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 770

• Message text: Connection to host spool system terminated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO770 - Connection to host spool system terminated ?

  The SAP error message "PO770 Connection to host spool system terminated" typically indicates an issue with the connection between the SAP application server and the spool system. This can occur due to various reasons, including network issues, configuration problems, or issues with the spool server itself.
  Causes:
  
  Network Issues: There may be a network interruption or misconfiguration that prevents the SAP system from communicating with the spool server.
  Spool Server Configuration: The spool server may not be configured correctly, or it may not be running.
  Resource Limitations: The spool server may be overloaded or running out of resources (e.g., memory, disk space).
  Authorization Issues: The user or service account may not have the necessary permissions to access the spool system.
  System Updates or Changes: Recent changes to the system configuration or updates may have affected the connection.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that the network connection between the SAP application server and the spool server is stable and functioning correctly. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  Verify Spool Server Status: Check if the spool server is running. You can do this by accessing the spool server directly or using transaction codes like SP01 in SAP to view spool requests.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the spool server is correctly configured in the SAP system. Check the settings in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) to verify the spool server settings.
  Monitor Resource Usage: Check the resource usage on the spool server. Ensure that it has enough memory and disk space to handle the print jobs.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user or service account has the necessary authorizations to access the spool system.
  Restart Services: If the spool server is unresponsive, consider restarting the spool service or the entire spool server.
  Review Logs: Check the SAP system logs (transaction SM21) and the spool server logs for any error messages that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  SM21: System Log
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to spool issues for any known bugs or patches that may address the problem.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring and troubleshooting spool systems.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or consult SAP support for further assistance.