How To Fix SP01R048 - Error &1 (&2) creating print request in system &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SP01R - SP01 Error Messages

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Error &1 (&2) creating print request in system &3

What causes this issue?

The output request could not be created due to an unexpected error.

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?

Notify the system administrator.
For more information, see the system log.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SP01R048 - Error &1 (&2) creating print request in system &3 ?

  The SAP error message SP01R048 typically indicates an issue related to the creation of a print request in the SAP system. The message format is as follows:
  SP01R048 Error &1 (&2) creating print request in system &3
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Printer Configuration Issues: The printer may not be correctly configured in the SAP system or may not be available.
  Output Device Problems: The output device specified may not be active or may have issues.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create print requests.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity problems preventing communication with the printer.
  Spool Request Issues: There may be issues with the spool request itself, such as it being full or having been deleted.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may not be properly configured to handle print requests.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the SP01R048 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify that the printer is correctly configured and active.
  Ensure that the output device is set up correctly and is available.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Device:
  
  Check the output device settings in SPAD to ensure it is not set to "inactive" or "not available."
  Test the output device to see if it can print from other applications.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create print requests. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Spool Requests:
  
  Go to transaction SP01 to check the status of the spool requests. Look for any errors or issues with the spool requests that may indicate a problem.
  
  
  
  Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing communication between the SAP system and the printer.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is properly configured for printing.
  
  
  
  Check Logs:
  
  Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Management
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.