How To Fix SE520 - The message generated for sheet $ does not include a printer destination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SE - Dienstleistungen Stammdaten Leistungsposition

• Message number: 520

• Message text: The message generated for sheet $ does not include a printer destination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SE520 - The message generated for sheet $ does not include a printer destination ?

  The SAP error message SE520 indicates that there is an issue with the output settings for a specific sheet in a report or document. Specifically, it means that the system is trying to generate a message or output for a sheet (often in the context of a spool request) but has not been provided with a printer destination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Printer Destination: The most common cause of this error is that the output settings for the report or document do not specify a printer destination.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the output device in SAP.
  User Settings: The user may not have the necessary authorizations or settings to access the specified printer.
  Output Type Settings: The output type for the document may not be correctly configured to include a printer destination.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and check the configuration of the output devices.
  Ensure that the printer you want to use is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Specify Printer Destination:
  
  When executing the report or transaction, ensure that you specify a printer destination in the output options.
  If you are using a custom program or report, check the code to ensure that it includes logic to set the printer destination.
  
  
  
  Review User Settings:
  
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer.
  You can check this in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) under the "Defaults" tab.
  
  
  
  Output Type Configuration:
  
  If you are dealing with a specific output type, check the configuration in transaction NACE (Output Types) to ensure that it is set up correctly to include a printer destination.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Printer:
  
  If the issue persists, try using a different printer to see if the problem is specific to one printer.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  NACE: Output Types
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output management and spool requests for more detailed information on configuring printers and output types.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SE520 error and ensure that your output includes a valid printer destination.