How To Fix SLS_LORD109 - Output device &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LORD - Lean Order Prozess

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Output device &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LORD109 - Output device &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LORD109 indicates that the output device specified in the print request does not exist in the system. This can occur when trying to print a document or report, and the system cannot find the designated printer or output device.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Output Device Name: The output device name specified in the print settings may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Device Not Defined: The output device has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Device Not Available: The output device may be offline, not connected, or not available for use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output device.
  Client-Specific Configuration: The output device may be configured in a different client, and the user is trying to access it from another client.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Name:
  
  Verify the output device name in the print settings. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the name defined in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Define Output Device:
  
  If the output device does not exist, you can create it using transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  In SPAD, go to the "Output Devices" section and create a new output device with the required settings.
  
  
  
  Check Device Status:
  
  Ensure that the output device is online and available. You can check the status of the printer in the SPAD transaction.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified output device. This can be checked with the help of a system administrator.
  
  
  
  Client Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the output device is configured in the correct client. If you are working in a different client, you may need to create or configure the output device in that client.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test print to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - for managing output devices.
  SP01: Spool Request - to view and manage spool requests.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring output devices and troubleshooting printing issues.
  
  
  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 SLS_LORD109 error and successfully print your documents.