How To Fix SPOC121 - &1 is not a spool server; specify a valid spool server

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPOC - Spool: C Call Messages

• Message number: 121

• Message text: &1 is not a spool server; specify a valid spool server

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPOC121 - &1 is not a spool server; specify a valid spool server ?

  The SAP error message SPOC121 indicates that the system is unable to recognize the specified spool server. This typically occurs when the spool server name provided in the configuration is either incorrect or not defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Spool Server Name: The name of the spool server specified in the configuration might be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Spool Server Not Defined: The spool server may not be defined in the SAP system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified spool server.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the SAP system that prevent it from recognizing the spool server.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Spool Server Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Navigate to the Spool Servers section and verify that the specified spool server exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the spool server is active and not in a stopped state.
  
  
  
  Verify Spool Server Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the spool server you are trying to use. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the spool server. You may need to check the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Define a New Spool Server:
  
  If the spool server does not exist, you can create a new one in transaction SPAD. Make sure to configure it properly.
  
  
  
  Restart the Spool Work Process:
  
  Sometimes, restarting the spool work process can resolve temporary issues. You can do this in transaction SM50 or SM66.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SM50: Work Process Overview
  SM66: Global Work Process Overview
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring spool servers and troubleshooting spool-related issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.