How To Fix SO752 - Error reading spool entry <&>

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 752

• Message text: Error reading spool entry <&>

What causes this issue?

A spool error occurred.

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?

Contact your administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO752 - Error reading spool entry <&> ?

  The SAP error message SO752, which states "Error reading spool entry <&>", typically occurs when there is an issue with accessing or processing a spool request in the SAP system. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Spool Request Deletion: The spool request may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the spool request.
  Database Issues: There could be a problem with the database that stores the spool information, such as corruption or connectivity issues.
  Spool Administration Issues: The spool administration settings may not be configured correctly, leading to issues in accessing spool entries.
  System Performance: High load on the system or performance issues may prevent the spool entry from being read properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Spool Request Status: Use transaction code SP01 to check the status of the spool request. Ensure that the spool request exists and is not deleted.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the spool request. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Database Check: If you suspect a database issue, check the database logs for any errors. You may need to involve your database administrator to resolve any underlying issues.
  Spool Administration: Review the spool administration settings in transaction SPAD. Ensure that the spool settings are correctly configured.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any bottlenecks. If the system is under heavy load, consider optimizing performance or scheduling jobs during off-peak hours.
  Recreate the Spool Request: If possible, try to recreate the spool request that is causing the error. This may involve re-running the report or transaction that generated the spool.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SP01: Display Spool Requests
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that could provide more context on the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.