How To Fix SPOC135 - Invalid device type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPOC - Spool: C Call Messages

• Message number: 135

• Message text: Invalid device type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPOC135 - Invalid device type &1 ?

  The SAP error message SPOC135 Invalid device type &1 typically occurs when there is an issue with the device type configuration in the SAP system. This error indicates that the specified device type is not recognized or is invalid for the operation being performed, often related to printing or output devices.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Device Type: The device type specified in the print configuration does not exist or is misspelled.
  Device Type Not Defined: The device type has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified device type.
  Configuration Issues: The output device configuration may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Transport Issues: If the device type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Device Type:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check the list of device types and ensure that the device type specified in the error message exists and is correctly spelled.
  
  
  
  Define Device Type:
  
  If the device type does not exist, you may need to create it or define it in the system.
  You can do this in transaction SPAD by navigating to the "Device Types" section.
  
  
  
  Review Output Device Configuration:
  
  In transaction SPAD, check the configuration of the output device that is using the invalid device type.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified device type.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the device type was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors.
  Ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Management
  
  
  Device Types: Device types define how the output is formatted for different printers and devices. They can be standard SAP device types or custom-defined types.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more detailed information on configuring output devices and device types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.