How To Fix SPOADR004 - Spool request &1 does not contain OTF data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPOADR - Messages for package SPOADR

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Spool request &1 does not contain OTF data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPOADR004 - Spool request &1 does not contain OTF data ?

  The SAP error message SPOADR004 indicates that a spool request does not contain OTF (Output Text Format) data. This typically occurs when there is an issue with the output format of a print job or when the spool request is not generated correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Output Device Configuration: The output device may not be configured to support OTF output. This can happen if the device is set up for a different output format (like PDF or ASCII).
  Missing OTF Data: The program generating the spool request may not have produced any OTF data. This can occur if the program logic does not generate any output or if there is an error in the program.
  Program Errors: There may be issues in the ABAP program that prevent it from generating the expected output.
  Spool Request Issues: The spool request itself may be corrupted or not properly created.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check the configuration of the output device being used. Ensure that it is set to support OTF output.
  If necessary, change the device type to one that supports OTF (e.g., SAPWIN, PDF1, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review the ABAP Program:
  
  If you have access to the ABAP code, review the program that generates the spool request. Ensure that it is correctly generating OTF data.
  Look for any conditions that might prevent output from being generated.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Request:
  
  Use transaction SP01 to check the status of the spool request. Look for any errors or warnings associated with it.
  If the spool request is corrupted, you may need to delete it and re-run the report or transaction that generated it.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Output Formats:
  
  If possible, try generating the output in a different format (like PDF) to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is specific to OTF output.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  
  
  Output Device Types: Familiarize yourself with the different device types available in SAP and their capabilities.
  ABAP Development: If you are a developer, understanding how to generate OTF data in ABAP can be crucial. Look into the use of OPEN_FORM, WRITE_FORM, and CLOSE_FORM statements.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.