How To Fix SP01R112 - Cannot position on output request &1-&2 in system &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SP01R - SP01 Error Messages

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Cannot position on output request &1-&2 in system &3

What causes this issue?

The output request selected as the starting point could not be selected
beforehand. Therefore the cursor is positioned on the first output
request.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SP01R112 - Cannot position on output request &1-&2 in system &3 ?

  The SAP error message SP01R112 "Cannot position on output request &1-&2 in system &3" typically occurs when there is an issue with accessing or managing output requests in the SAP spool system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Output Request: The output request specified may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified output request.
  Spool Request Deletion: The spool request might have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the spool system or the output device settings.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the system from retrieving the spool request.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Output Request: Verify that the output request specified in the error message actually exists. You can do this by checking the spool requests in transaction SP01.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the spool request. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  Spool Administration: Use transaction SP01 to check the status of the spool request. If it has been deleted, you will need to regenerate the output request.
  Recreate Output: If the output request is missing, try to recreate the output by re-running the transaction or report that generated the output.
  Check Spool Configuration: Review the spool configuration settings in transaction SPAD to ensure that the output devices are correctly configured and operational.
  Database Check: If you suspect database issues, you may need to work with your database administrator to check for any inconsistencies or errors in the database.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SP01: Spool Request Management
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to spool requests and output management.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that might provide additional context.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any troubleshooting steps you have already taken.