How To Fix PT001 - Output device "&" not defined


PT001 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

  • Message number: 001

  • Message text: Output device "&" not defined

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  • What causes this issue?

    Table TSP03 contains all valid printer names. The printer name
    specified here does not exist in the table.

    System Response

    How to fix this error?

    Enter a valid printer name from table TSP03. You can define new
    printers using the spool administration function.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


PT001 - Details

  • The SAP error message PT001, which states "Output device '&' not defined," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified output device for printing or outputting documents. This can happen for various reasons, such as misconfiguration of the output device, the device not being defined in the system, or issues with user authorizations.
    Causes:
    
    Undefined Output Device: The specified output device has not been defined in the SAP system.
    Incorrect Device Name: The name of the output device may be misspelled or incorrectly specified in the print settings.
    Device Not Available: The output device may be offline or not connected to the network.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output device.
    Device 
    Configuration Issues: The output device may not be properly configured in the SAP system. Solutions: Check Output Device Definition: Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration). In the Spool Administration screen, check if the output device is defined. If

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