Message type: E = Error
Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions
Message number: 004
Message text: Output device & is not defined
The specified printer name is unknown in the spool system.
Enter a valid printer name or define a new printer using the spool
administration function.
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The SAP error message PT004, which states "Output device & is not defined," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified output device in the configuration. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to print a document or generate a report.
Cause: Undefined Output Device: The output device specified in the print settings does not exist in the SAP system. Incorrect Device Name: The name of the output device may have been misspelled or incorrectly entered. Device Not Configured: The output device may not be configured properly in the SAP system. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output device. Device Status: The output device may be offline or not available for use.
Solution: Check Output Device Configuration: Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration). In the "Output Devices" section, check if the specified output device exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct
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