How To Fix SLS_LORD108 - No output device defined: Printing not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LORD - Lean Order Prozess

• Message number: 108

• Message text: No output device defined: Printing not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LORD108 - No output device defined: Printing not possible ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LORD108: No output device defined: Printing not possible typically occurs when the system is unable to find a defined output device for printing. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to print a report, form, or document from SAP.
  Cause:
  
  No Output Device Defined: The user or the system has not specified an output device for printing.
  Incorrect User Settings: The user profile may not have a default output device set.
  Output Device Configuration: The output device may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the output device.
  Device Status: The output device may be offline or not available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Settings:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check if the output device you intend to use is defined and active.
  Ensure that the device is configured correctly (e.g., printer type, device type).
  
  
  
  Set Default Output Device:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter your user ID and click on the "Defaults" tab.
  Set a default output device in the "Output Device" field.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the output device.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Specify Output Device During Print:
  
  When executing a print job, you can manually specify the output device in the print dialog box.
  
  
  
  Check Device Status:
  
  Ensure that the output device is online and available for printing.
  You can check the status of the printer in the spool administration (SPAD).
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may require intervention from the SAP Basis team to check the configuration and status of the printers and output devices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SP01: Spool Request Management (to check existing spool requests)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring output devices and managing spool requests.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to output devices and printing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and enable printing in your SAP environment.