How To Fix SD856 - TSYST DEVTYPE does not exist (application, basis or customer system)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 856

• Message text: TSYST DEVTYPE does not exist (application, basis or customer system)

What causes this issue?

You have called the function module TR_GET_DEVELOPMENT_TYPE to find out
in which system you are, but there is no entry in the table TSYST for
the specified type. The type is Basis, Application or Customer system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD856 - TSYST DEVTYPE does not exist (application, basis or customer system) ?

  The SAP error message SD856 TSYST DEVTYPE does not exist (application, basis or customer system) typically indicates that there is an issue with the system configuration related to the device type (DEVTYPE) in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when trying to print or when the system is unable to recognize a specific device type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Device Type: The specified device type does not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a misconfiguration or the device type not being defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The device type may not be correctly configured in the output device settings.
  Transport Issues: If the device type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the device type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  In the Spool Administration screen, check the list of device types under the "Device Types" section.
  Ensure that the required device type is listed. If it is missing, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Device Type:
  
  If the device type does not exist, you can create a new device type using transaction code SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink Administration) or SPAD.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, you may need to modify its settings.
  
  
  
  Check Output Device Settings:
  
  In transaction SPAD, check the output device settings to ensure that the correct device type is assigned to the output device you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Transport Device Type:
  
  If the device type is missing due to transport issues, you may need to transport it from the development system to the production system. Ensure that the transport request includes the device type.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the device type. You may need to check the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SE78: SAP ArchiveLink Administration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal using keywords related to the error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to spool administration and device types for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.