How To Fix SD091 - Generic printing is not supported here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Generic printing is not supported here

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD091 - Generic printing is not supported here ?

  The SAP error message SD091: Generic printing is not supported here typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of the output device or the print settings in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module when trying to print documents such as invoices, delivery notes, or sales orders.
  Causes:
  
  Output Device Configuration: The output device may not be correctly configured to support the type of document you are trying to print.
  Print Program Issues: The print program associated with the output type may not be set up correctly or may not support generic printing.
  Output Type Settings: The output type may not be configured to use a specific print program or may be set to a generic print program that is not supported.
  Device Type: The device type assigned to the output device may not be compatible with the document format being printed.
  Missing or Incorrect Form: The form associated with the output type may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Verify that the output device is correctly configured and is active.
  Ensure that the device type is appropriate for the document you are trying to print.
  
  
  
  Review Output Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code NACE to check the output type settings for the relevant application area (e.g., Sales, Delivery).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly assigned to the document type and that the correct print program and form are specified.
  
  
  
  Check Print Program:
  
  Ensure that the print program associated with the output type is correctly defined and supports the document you are trying to print.
  If necessary, consult with your ABAP team to verify the print program's functionality.
  
  
  
  Device Type Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the device type assigned to the output device is compatible with the format of the document being printed (e.g., PDF, SAPscript, Smart Forms).
  
  
  
  Form Configuration:
  
  Check if the form associated with the output type is correctly defined and exists in the system.
  If using Smart Forms or SAPscript, ensure that the form is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test print to verify that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  NACE: Output Types
  SE71: SAPscript Form Maintenance
  SMARTFORMS: Smart Forms Maintenance
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring output devices and output types.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SD091 error in your SAP system.