How To Fix PT015 - No authorization for printer "&"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

• Message number: 015

• Message text: No authorization for printer "&"

What causes this issue?

To output a spool request on a particular printer, you need the
appropriate authorization.

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?

Ask your system administrator to add the authorization to your user
master record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT015 - No authorization for printer "&" ?

  The SAP error message PT015, which states "No authorization for printer '&'", typically occurs when a user attempts to access or use a printer in SAP for which they do not have the necessary authorization. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to print documents, reports, or forms.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user does not have the required authorization to access the specified printer.
  Printer Configuration: The printer may not be correctly configured in the SAP system or may not be assigned to the user’s authorization profile.
  User Role Issues: The user’s role may not include the necessary permissions to use the printer.
  Client-Specific Settings: The printer may be restricted to certain clients or user groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after receiving the error to check for missing authorizations.
  Review the user’s roles and profiles in transaction PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for printing are included.
  
  
  
  Assign Printer Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, a security administrator can assign the required authorizations to the user’s role or profile.
  Ensure that the user has access to the specific printer by checking the authorization object S_SPO_DEV (for device access).
  
  
  
  Printer Configuration:
  
  Verify the printer configuration in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration). Ensure that the printer is correctly set up and that it is active.
  Check if the printer is assigned to the correct output device and that it is available for the user.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Settings:
  
  Ensure that the printer is not restricted to specific clients or user groups that do not include the user experiencing the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to contact the SAP Basis team for further investigation and resolution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Familiarize yourself with relevant authorization objects such as S_SPO_DEV and S_SPO_TCD that control access to printing devices.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on authorization management and printer configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PT015 error and ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the printer.