How To Fix /SCWM/PRINT061 - Printer name &1 was copied from the spool parameter for the warehouse

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PRINT -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Printer name &1 was copied from the spool parameter for the warehouse

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PRINT061 - Printer name &1 was copied from the spool parameter for the warehouse ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PRINT061 indicates that there is an issue with the printer configuration in the context of the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the message states that the printer name was copied from the spool parameter for the warehouse, which suggests that there may be a misconfiguration or an issue with the printer settings.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Printer Configuration: The printer name specified in the warehouse settings may not be valid or correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Spool Parameters: The spool parameters for the warehouse may not be set up correctly, leading to the system trying to use an invalid printer name.
  Missing Printer: The printer may not be defined in the SAP system or may not be available in the network.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified printer.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify that the printer specified in the warehouse settings is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the printer is active and available.
  
  
  
  Review Warehouse Settings:
  
  Navigate to the warehouse settings in EWM and check the printer configuration.
  Ensure that the correct printer name is assigned to the warehouse.
  
  
  
  Update Spool Parameters:
  
  Check the spool parameters for the warehouse and ensure that they are set correctly.
  If necessary, update the parameters to point to a valid printer.
  
  
  
  Test Printer Connectivity:
  
  Perform a test print to ensure that the printer is reachable and functioning correctly.
  Check network connectivity if the printer is a network printer.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the specified printer.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check 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
  EWM Configuration: Access the EWM configuration settings to review warehouse-specific settings.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Extended Warehouse Management for detailed information on printer configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SCWM/PRINT061 error message in SAP.