How To Fix SPOPI007 - Device Type "&1" may have not been released! See longtext!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Device Type "&1" may have not been released! See longtext!

What causes this issue?

You wanted to assign the device type "&V1&". According to the dataset
this device type has not been released.

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?

Update the printer information or read note "<(>&<)>V2&". (Double-click
on the note number on the main screen).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPOPI007 - Device Type "&1" may have not been released! See longtext! ?

  The SAP error message SPOPI007 indicates that the device type specified (represented by "&1") may not have been released for use. This error typically occurs in the context of printing or output management within SAP systems, particularly when trying to configure or use a printer that has not been properly set up or released.
  Cause:
  
  Device Type Not Released: The device type you are trying to use has not been released in the SAP system. This means that it is not available for use in the output management system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the printer or device type in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified device type.
  Incorrect Device Type: The device type specified may be incorrect or not applicable for the printer being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the Device Type:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Navigate to the Device Types section.
  Find the device type indicated in the error message.
  Check if it is marked as "released." If not, you may need to release it.
  To release, you may need to adjust the settings or consult with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the printer is correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Verify that the device type is correctly assigned to the printer.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the device type.
  Check user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Verify Device Type:
  
  Double-check that the device type you are trying to use is appropriate for the printer model.
  If necessary, consult the documentation for the printer to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  
  Consult Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by clicking on the message or using the appropriate function in SAP to view the long text associated with the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Management
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring printers and device types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the device type or printer configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.