How To Fix PT106 - Define spool retention period first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Define spool retention period first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT106 - Define spool retention period first ?

  The SAP error message PT106, which states "Define spool retention period first," typically occurs when the system is trying to process a spool request, but the spool retention period has not been defined in the system settings. This retention period determines how long spool requests (print jobs) are kept in the system before they are deleted.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the spool retention period has not been configured in the SAP system. This setting is essential for managing how long spool requests are retained, and without it, the system cannot proceed with processing print jobs.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the spool retention period in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Spool Administration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  
  
  
  Navigate to Spool Control:
  
  In the Spool Administration screen, look for the Spool Control section.
  
  
  
  Define Spool Retention Period:
  
  Find the option for Spool Retention Period. This is usually found under the Output Devices or Spool Parameters settings.
  Set the desired retention period (in days) for spool requests. This value determines how long the spool requests will be kept before they are automatically deleted.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After entering the desired retention period, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After defining the retention period, try to execute the action that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Spool Requests: These are temporary files created by the SAP system when a print job is generated. They can be viewed and managed through the spool administration tools.
  Spool Administration (SPAD): This transaction allows administrators to manage output devices, spool requests, and related settings.
  Retention Period Settings: The retention period can be set based on organizational needs, balancing between storage management and the need to retain print jobs for auditing or review purposes.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after setting the retention period, ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the SPAD transaction and check for any other system configurations that might be affecting spool processing.