How To Fix SP01R030 - Spool request &1 in system &2 not printed as device type was switched

SP01R030 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SP01R - SP01 Error Messages

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Spool request &1 in system &2 not printed as device type was switched

What causes this issue?

The spool request could not be printed as the change in output device
required a change in device type, which was either not possible or
denied by the user.

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?

Accept the change or print on a device that has the same or a
compatible device type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SP01R030 - Spool request &1 in system &2 not printed as device type was switched ?

  The SAP error message SP01R030 indicates that a spool request was not printed because the device type was switched. This typically occurs when the output device configuration has changed, which can lead to issues with printing if the new device type is incompatible with the spool request.
  
  Cause:
  
  Device Type Change: The output device associated with the spool request has been changed to a different device type that does not support the format or characteristics of the spool request.
  
  Configuration Issues: The new device type may not be properly configured or may not support the specific print format (e.g., PCL, PostScript).
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print to the new device type.
  Spool Request Status: The spool request may be in a status that does not allow it to be printed (e.g., it may be marked as "completed" or "cancelled").
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Device Type: Verify the device type assigned to the