How To Fix PO826 - A log is always generated for output device &1


PO826 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PO - Spooler message

  • Message number: 826

  • Message text: A log is always generated for output device &1

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  • What causes this issue?

    One of the following debugging options was activated in the output
    device definition:
    Print command for host spool
    The first 10 kBytes of the print output
    The first 100 kBytes of the print output
    Tracking resource control

    System Response

    This means a log with data is created for every output request. As logs
    are saved as further spool requests, an additional spool request is
    required for every output request. This can lead to problems if the
    full capacity of the spool system is used. Creating the log also takes
    up time, which affects the spool work process's performance.

    How to fix this error?

    Only activate this option if you explictly want to follow the output of
    this device for test purposes. Otherwise it should remain deactivated.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


PO826 - Details

  • The SAP error message PO826, which states "A log is always generated for output device &1," typically occurs in the context of output management in SAP, particularly when dealing with print jobs or output requests. This message indicates that a log is being generated for the specified output device, which can be useful for tracking and troubleshooting purposes.
    
    Cause: Output Device Configuration: The output device may be configured to always generate logs for every print job. This is often a setting in the device configuration that ensures that a record of all print jobs is maintained. System Settings: The SAP system may have settings that enforce logging for certain types of output devices or for specific output types. User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to suppress logging for the output device.
    Solution: Check Output Device Configuration: Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration). Locate the output device in question and check its configuration settings. Look

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