How To Fix /SCWM/PRINT026 - &1 - unknown caller

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PRINT -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: &1 - unknown caller

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PRINT026 - &1 - unknown caller ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PRINT026 &1 - unknown caller typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) when there is an issue related to printing or the configuration of the print process. This error indicates that the system does not recognize the caller or the request for printing.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The print settings or the output type may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the print job.
  Invalid Printer Settings: The printer settings in the system may not be correctly defined or the printer may not be available.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the SAP system or the print server.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Print Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPAD to check the printer configuration.
  Ensure that the output device is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Output Type Settings:
  
  Check the output type settings in the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., NACE for output types).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly assigned to the relevant application and that the processing routines are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform printing tasks. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide more context.
  Check the spool requests in transaction SP01 to see if there are any failed print jobs that could give more insight into the issue.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  Try to print a test document to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is with a specific document or a broader system issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPAD (Spool Administration), NACE (Output Types), SU53 (Authorization Check), and SP01 (Spool Request).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to EWM and printing processes for additional insights and best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /SCWM/PRINT026 &1 - unknown caller error in your SAP EWM environment.