How To Fix /SCWM/PRINT063 - Printer name &1 was copied from the default values for the warehouse

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/PRINT -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Printer name &1 was copied from the default values for the warehouse

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/PRINT063 - Printer name &1 was copied from the default values for the warehouse ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/PRINT063 indicates that there is an issue with the printer configuration in the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. Specifically, the message states that the printer name was copied from the default values for the warehouse, which may not be correctly set up or may not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Printer Configuration: The printer name specified in the warehouse settings may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the SAP system.
  Default Values: The default printer settings for the warehouse may not have been properly defined, leading to the system trying to use a non-existent or incorrect 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 system from accessing the printer.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) in SAP.
  Verify that the printer specified in the warehouse settings exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the printer is active and has the correct output device settings.
  
  
  
  Update Warehouse Settings:
  
  Navigate to the warehouse settings in EWM (transaction code /SCWM/WM).
  Check the default printer settings for the warehouse and ensure that a valid printer is assigned.
  If necessary, update the printer settings to point to a valid printer.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer.
  Check the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Test Printer Connectivity:
  
  Perform a test print to ensure that the printer is reachable and functioning correctly.
  Check for any network issues that may be affecting printer connectivity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional troubleshooting steps related to printer configuration in EWM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration for managing printers.
  /SCWM/WM: Warehouse Management settings in EWM.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on printer configuration in EWM.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the printer configuration in your SAP EWM system is correct.