How To Fix RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG018 - No printer assigned to lable type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG - RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No printer assigned to lable type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG018 - No printer assigned to lable type &1 ?

  The SAP error message RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG018 indicates that there is no printer assigned to the specified label type in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when trying to print labels in a retail environment, and it can disrupt operations if not resolved.
  Cause:
  
  No Printer Configuration: The label type you are trying to use does not have a printer assigned to it in the system.
  Incorrect Label Type: The label type specified may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the printer or the label type.
  Printer Status: The printer may be offline or not properly configured in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Printer Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check the configuration for the printer and ensure that it is assigned to the correct label type.
  If the printer is not assigned, you can assign it by editing the printer settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Label Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the label type you are trying to print is correctly configured in the system.
  You can check this in the relevant configuration settings for label printing in the SAP Retail module.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer and the label type.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Printer Status:
  
  Check the status of the printer to ensure it is online and properly configured.
  If the printer is offline, troubleshoot the printer hardware or network connection.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test print to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for label printing in the Retail module to ensure that all configurations are correctly set up.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message RETAIL_ST_PLA_MSG018 and successfully print the required labels.