How To Fix SPOC246 - &1 Line &2: No base device type for calling base action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPOC - Spool: C Call Messages

• Message number: 246

• Message text: &1 Line &2: No base device type for calling base action

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPOC246 - &1 Line &2: No base device type for calling base action ?

  The SAP error message SPOC246 typically indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a device type in the SAP system. This error occurs when the system is unable to find a base device type for the specified base action in the context of printing or output management.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Base Device Type: The primary cause of this error is that the base device type required for the specified action is not defined or is missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an incorrect configuration in the device type settings or the output device settings.
  Custom Device Types: If you are using custom device types, they may not be properly linked to the required base device types.
  Transport Issues: If the device type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing dependencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check the device type that is being used for the output device.
  Ensure that the base device type is correctly defined and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Define Base Device Type:
  
  If the base device type is missing, you may need to create it or define it properly.
  You can create a new device type using transaction code SE78 or SPAD.
  
  
  
  Review Output Device Settings:
  
  In SPAD, check the output device settings to ensure that they are correctly configured to use the appropriate device type.
  Make sure that the output device is assigned to the correct printer and that the device type is compatible with the printer.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If you are using custom device types, verify that they are correctly linked to the standard base device types.
  Ensure that any customizations do not interfere with the standard configurations.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  You may need to re-transport the device type or related objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific device type and its configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SE78: SAP ArchiveLink Administration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SPOC246 error in your SAP system.