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How To Fix SPOC003 - Error in spool C call: &1&2&3&4


SPOC003 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SPOC - Spool: C Call Messages

  • Message number: 003

  • Message text: Error in spool C call: &1&2&3&4

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SPOC003 - Details

  • Error Code: SPOC003

    Error Message: Error in spool C call: &1&2&3&4


    Summary

    This error indicates a failure occurred during a spool request when the system tried to execute a C program or external command related to spool processing. Essentially, SAP could not complete the spool operation due to an issue in the underlying spool call.


    Root Causes

    • Incorrect or missing spool device configuration (e.g., printer or output device not properly set up).
    • Operating system-level issues such as missing or inaccessible spool-related executables or scripts.
    • Authorization problems preventing the spool request from executing the required external calls.
    • Network or communication problems between the SAP system and the spool server or printer.


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