How To Fix SPADS034 - Device type is being used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPADS - Messages for Adobe Document Services

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Device type is being used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPADS034 - Device type is being used ?

  The SAP error message SPADS034 ("Device type is being used") typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify a device type that is currently in use by one or more spool requests or print configurations. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to delete a printer or change its settings.
  Cause:
  
  Active Spool Requests: The device type is currently assigned to one or more active spool requests.
  Configuration Dependencies: The device type is linked to existing print configurations or output devices that are still in use.
  User Sessions: There may be user sessions or jobs that are actively using the device type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SPADS034 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Spool Requests:
  
  Go to transaction SP01 (Spool Request Management) and check for any active spool requests that are using the device type in question.
  If there are active requests, you may need to wait until they are completed or delete them if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Review Output Devices:
  
  Use transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) to review the output devices configured in the system.
  Identify any output devices that are using the device type and check their status.
  
  
  
  Change Device Type Assignment:
  
  If you need to modify or delete the device type, consider reassigning the output devices that are using it to a different device type first.
  After reassigning, you should be able to delete or modify the device type without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  Use transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for any background jobs that might be using the device type.
  If you find any jobs, you may need to wait for them to finish or cancel them if appropriate.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help clear any lingering references to the device type, but this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Management
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on spool administration and device types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to device types and spool requests.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.