How To Fix SP01R061 - Spool request &1 in system &2 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SP01R - SP01 Error Messages

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Spool request &1 in system &2 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SP01R061 - Spool request &1 in system &2 is empty ?

  The SAP error message SP01R061 indicates that a spool request is empty. This typically means that the spool request was created, but there is no data available to print or display. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  No Data to Print: The most common reason for this error is that the program or transaction that generated the spool request did not produce any output. This can happen if there are no records to process or if the selection criteria did not match any data.
  Program Logic: There may be an issue in the program logic that prevents data from being written to the spool.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to generate or view the spool output.
  Spool Configuration: There could be issues with the spool configuration in the SAP system, such as incorrect printer settings or spool parameters.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Selection: Verify the selection criteria used in the transaction or program to ensure that it is correct and that there is data available to print.
  Review Program Logic: If you have access to the ABAP code, check the program logic to ensure that it is correctly generating output for the spool request.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and view spool requests. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Review Spool Settings: Check the spool settings in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) to ensure that the printer and spool parameters are correctly configured.
  Re-run the Job: If the spool request was generated as part of a background job, consider re-running the job to see if it produces output this time.
  Check for Errors: Look for any error messages in the job log or spool request log that might indicate why the spool is empty.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SP01: To view spool requests.
  SPAD: To manage spool settings and printers.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to spool requests and specific programs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific transaction or program to understand its expected behavior regarding spool output.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.