How To Fix SPOPI001 - Attention: Device type may require a special printer.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPOPI - Message class for Device Type Wizard

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Attention: Device type may require a special printer.

What causes this issue?

At the language selection screen you chose at least one Non-Latin-1
language. With the selected Device Type it is possible to print those
languages. But the Device Type may require a special printer which is
able to print Non-Latin-1 characters by itself.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check whether your printer is able to print the desired language.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPOPI001 - Attention: Device type may require a special printer. ?

  The SAP error message SPOPI001 indicates that the device type you are using for printing may require a special printer configuration or settings. This message typically arises when the SAP system is unable to find a suitable printer or when the printer settings do not match the requirements of the selected device type.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Device Type: The device type assigned to the printer may not be compatible with the actual printer hardware.
  Missing Printer Drivers: The necessary drivers for the printer may not be installed or configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: The printer may not be properly configured in the SAP system, including settings like IP address, port, or other parameters.
  Special Printer Requirements: Some printers may require specific settings or configurations that are not standard, leading to this warning.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Device Type:
  
  Verify that the correct device type is assigned to the printer in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the printer configuration in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Ensure that the device type matches the actual printer model.
  
  
  
  Install/Update Printer Drivers:
  
  Ensure that the appropriate printer drivers are installed on the server where the SAP system is running.
  If necessary, update the drivers to the latest version compatible with your printer.
  
  
  
  Review Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD and check the configuration of the printer. Ensure that all settings (like IP address, port, etc.) are correct.
  Test the printer configuration by printing a test page from the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Printer Documentation:
  
  Refer to the printer's user manual or technical documentation to check for any special requirements or configurations needed for SAP printing.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if the printer is a specialized model that may require unique configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - where you can manage printers and their configurations.
  SP01: Spool Request - to view and manage spool requests.
  
  
  
  Device Types: Device types in SAP define how the output is formatted for different printers. Ensure that the device type is compatible with the printer being used.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to your printer model or device type.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SPOPI001 error and ensure that your printer is correctly configured for use with the SAP system.