How To Fix /SAPCE/IU_BBHU164 - This device does not exist!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCE/IU_BBHU -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: This device does not exist!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCE/IU_BBHU164 - This device does not exist! ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCE/IU_BBHU164 This device does not exist! typically indicates that the system is trying to access a device (such as a printer or a communication device) that is not configured or does not exist in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to print a document or send data to a specific device.
  Causes:
  
  Device Not Configured: The device you are trying to use (e.g., printer) is not configured in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Device Name: The name of the device specified in the configuration or in the print request may be incorrect.
  Device Not Available: The device may be offline or not connected to the network.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the device.
  Transport Issues: If the device is part of a transport request, it may not have been transported correctly to the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) in SAP.
  Verify that the device you are trying to use is listed and properly configured.
  If it is not listed, you may need to create a new device entry.
  
  
  
  Verify Device Name:
  
  Ensure that the device name used in the print request matches the configured device name in the system.
  Check for any typos or incorrect naming conventions.
  
  
  
  Check Device Status:
  
  Ensure that the device is powered on and connected to the network.
  If it is a printer, check if it is online and ready to accept print jobs.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the device.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper roles and permissions are assigned.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the device configuration was recently transported, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring devices and troubleshooting spool issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.