How To Fix PT008 - System cannot print the last & columns of the report

PT008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

• Message number: 008

• Message text: System cannot print the last & columns of the report

What causes this issue?

Each format has a maximum number of columns. The number of columns
specified is greater than the maximum number permitted.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Specify a valid number of columns. Choose the possible entries help
(F4) to find out what the current maximum value is.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

PT008 - Details

• The SAP error message PT008, which states "System cannot print the last & columns of the report," typically occurs when there is an issue with the report layout or the printer settings. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Report Layout Issues: The report may be designed in such a way that it exceeds the printable area of the selected printer.
  Printer Settings: The printer settings may not be configured correctly, leading to limitations on the number of columns that can be printed.
  Page Size and Orientation: The page size or orientation set in the report may not match the capabilities of the printer.
  Output Device Configuration: The output device (printer) may not be configured to handle the report's specifications.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Adjust Report Layout:
  
  Review the report layout in the SAP report painter or report writer.
  Ensure that the number of columns and their widths fit within the printable area of the selected