How To Fix SK505 - Error( &1 ) during printing of receiving message (open spool &2 &3 )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SK - SAPcomm messages

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Error( &1 ) during printing of receiving message (open spool &2 &3 )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SK505 - Error( &1 ) during printing of receiving message (open spool &2 &3 ) ?

  The SAP error message SK505 typically occurs during the printing process, particularly when dealing with spool requests. The error message format indicates that there is an issue with the spool request identified by the numbers provided in the message. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Spool Request Issues: The spool request may be corrupted or not properly generated.
  Printer Configuration: There may be issues with the printer configuration in SAP, such as incorrect device type or settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the spool request or the printer.
  Output Device Problems: The output device may be offline, not configured correctly, or experiencing hardware issues.
  Network Issues: If the printer is networked, there may be connectivity issues preventing the print job from being sent.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Spool Request: 
  
  Go to transaction code SP01 to check the status of the spool request. Look for any errors or issues with the spool request.
  If the spool request is corrupted, you may need to delete it and re-trigger the print job.
  
  
  
  Verify Printer Configuration:
  
  Check the output device configuration in transaction code SPAD. Ensure that the device type and other settings are correct.
  Test the printer configuration by printing a test page.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the spool request and the printer. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Inspect Output Device:
  
  Ensure that the printer is online and functioning properly. Check for any hardware issues or paper jams.
  If the printer is a network printer, verify that it is connected to the network and accessible.
  
  
  
  Review System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction code SM21 to view system logs.
  
  
  
  Reprint the Document:
  
  If the issue persists, try to reprint the document after addressing the above points.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to printing issues and the specific error message. SAP frequently updates their knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on spool management and printer configuration for best practices.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SK505 error during the printing of receiving messages in SAP.