How To Fix /SCWM/PRINT054 - Printer &1 determined from user profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PRINT -

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Printer &1 determined from user profile

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PRINT054 - Printer &1 determined from user profile ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PRINT054 indicates that a printer has been determined from the user profile, but there may be issues related to the printer configuration or the user profile settings. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Printer Not Configured: The printer specified in the user profile may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the correct printer assigned or may have an invalid printer.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified printer.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the SAP system from communicating with the printer.
  Printer Status: The printer may be offline, out of paper, or experiencing other hardware issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify that the printer is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the printer is active and has the correct device type.
  
  
  
  Review User Profile:
  
  Check the user profile settings in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure that the correct printer is assigned.
  If necessary, update the user profile to assign a valid printer.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the printer. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Display Authorization Check) after attempting to print.
  
  
  
  Check Printer Status:
  
  Physically check the printer to ensure it is online and functioning properly.
  If the printer is a network printer, check the network connection and printer queue.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  Try printing a test page from the SAP system to see if the issue persists.
  Use transaction SP01 (Spool Request) to check for any error messages related to the print job.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the /SCWM/PRINT054 error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on printing and spool administration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and solutions.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SCWM/PRINT054 error message in SAP.