How To Fix RSRD276 - &1 is not a valid short name for a printer

RSRD276 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 276

• Message text: &1 is not a valid short name for a printer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD276 - &1 is not a valid short name for a printer ?

  The SAP error message RSRD276 indicates that the specified printer name is not valid. This error typically occurs when you are trying to print a report or document from SAP, and the system cannot recognize the printer name you have provided.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Printer Name: The printer name you are using may not exist in the SAP system or may be incorrectly typed.
  Printer 
  Configuration Issues: The printer may not be properly configured in the SAP system or may not be assigned to the user or client.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified printer.
  Network Issues: If the printer is a network printer, there may be connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from accessing it.
  SAP System Settings: The printer may not be defined in the SAP spool system or may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Printer Name: Verify that the printer name you are using is correct.