How To Fix SP01R025 - Device &1 in system &3 does not support format &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SP01R - SP01 Error Messages

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Device &1 in system &3 does not support format &2

What causes this issue?

The format type you specified is not defined for the device type of the
target printer.

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?

Choose a different format type or define the missing format type. Use
the "Possible entries" function to display a list of the defined format
types.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SP01R025 - Device &1 in system &3 does not support format &2 ?

  The SAP error message SP01R025 indicates that there is an issue with the output device configuration in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the specified output device (denoted as &1) does not support the specified output format (denoted as &2) in the system (denoted as &3). This can occur when trying to print or output a document in a format that the device cannot handle.
  Cause:
  
  Device Configuration: The output device may not be configured to support the specified format (e.g., PDF, PCL, PostScript).
  Incorrect Format: The format being requested may not be compatible with the capabilities of the output device.
  Device Type: The device type assigned to the output device may not be set up correctly or may not support the requested format.
  Missing Drivers: The necessary drivers for the output format may not be installed or configured on the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Locate the output device in question and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the device type assigned to the output device supports the requested format.
  
  
  
  Change Output Format:
  
  If possible, change the output format of the document to one that is supported by the output device.
  This can often be done in the print settings of the application or report you are trying to print.
  
  
  
  Update Device Type:
  
  If the device type is incorrect, you may need to change it to a type that supports the desired format.
  You can do this in SPAD by selecting the output device and modifying its settings.
  
  
  
  Install/Update Drivers:
  
  Ensure that the necessary drivers for the output device are installed and up to date.
  Consult with your system administrator or IT department if you need assistance with driver installation.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Device:
  
  If the issue persists, try printing to a different output device that is known to support the desired format.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - for managing output devices.
  SP01: Spool Request - for viewing spool requests and their statuses.
  
  
  
  Device Types: Each output device in SAP is associated with a device type that defines its capabilities. You can view and manage device types in SPAD.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific output device or format you are using.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring output devices and supported formats.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SP01R025 error and successfully print or output your documents.