How To Fix SBF_BW015 - Printing not possible

SBF_BW015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBF_BW - Messages from the BAPI Development Workbench

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Printing not possible

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SBF_BW015 - Details

• The SAP error message SBF_BW015, which indicates "Printing not possible," typically arises in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue with the printing configuration or the print job itself. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Printer 
  Configuration Issues: The printer may not be correctly configured in the SAP system or may not be available.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print.
  Output Device Settings: The output device settings may be incorrect or the device may be offline.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing communication with the printer.
  Document Format Issues: The document format may not be supported by the printer.
  Job Queue Issues: The print job may be stuck in the queue or there may be issues with the spool request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify that the printer is