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


PT015 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

  • Message number: 015

  • Message text: No authorization for printer "&"

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  • 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.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


PT015 - Details

  • 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

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