How To Fix PT010 - Printer '&' not suitable for printing graphics

PT010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Printer '&' not suitable for printing graphics

&CAUSE& Graphics can only be printed by printers that are assigned the
device type POSTGRAP or GRAPHICS.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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PT010 - Details

• The SAP error message PT010, which states "Printer '&' not suitable for printing graphics," typically occurs when you attempt to print a document that contains graphic elements (like logos or images) to a printer that is not configured to handle such graphics. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Printer Configuration: The printer may not be configured to support graphic printing. Some printers, especially older models or those with limited capabilities, may not support certain graphic formats or resolutions.
  Device Type: The device type assigned to the printer in SAP may not support graphics. For example, some device types are designed for text-only printing.
  Driver Issues: The printer driver being used may not support graphic printing or may be outdated.
  Output Format: The output format of the document being printed may not be compatible with the printer's capabilities.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Find the printer