How To Fix R1609 - Printer with sequential number &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 609

• Message text: Printer with sequential number &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1609 - Printer with sequential number &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R1609, which states "Printer with sequential number &1 does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a printer that is referenced by its sequential number. This can happen for various reasons, such as configuration issues, missing printer definitions, or incorrect settings in the user profile.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Printer Configuration: The printer with the specified sequential number has not been configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Printer Number: The sequential number referenced in the print request does not match any existing printer in the system.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may be set to use a printer that is not available or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the printer configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified printer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and check if the printer with the specified sequential number exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new printer configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Printer Number:
  
  Ensure that the sequential number used in the print request is correct. You can check the print settings in the user profile or the program that is generating the print request.
  
  
  
  Update User Profile:
  
  If the user profile is set to use a specific printer, you can change it to a valid printer. This can be done in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) under the "Defaults" tab.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the printer was supposed to be transported from another system, ensure that the transport request was successful and that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to contact your SAP Basis team for further assistance. They can check the system logs and configurations for any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on printer configuration and spool administration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to printer configuration and error R1609.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the R1609 error message in SAP.