How To Fix SPOPQ049 - Print Settings in Print Ticket are invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPOPQ - Messages for Cloud Print Queues

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Print Settings in Print Ticket are invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPOPQ049 - Print Settings in Print Ticket are invalid ?

  The SAP error message SPOPQ049, which states "Print Settings in Print Ticket are invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the print settings defined in the print ticket for a print job. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in SAPscript or Smart Forms when trying to print documents.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Printer Configuration: The printer defined in the print settings may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Missing Print Parameters: Required parameters for the print job may be missing or incorrectly set in the print ticket.
  Incorrect Device Type: The device type assigned to the printer may not match the capabilities of the printer being used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the printer or the print settings.
  Network Issues: If the printer is networked, there may be connectivity issues preventing the print job from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify that the printer is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the printer is active and has the correct device type assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Print Parameters:
  
  Check the print settings in the print ticket to ensure all required parameters are set correctly.
  Make sure that the output device is correctly specified in the print settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Device Type:
  
  Ensure that the device type assigned to the printer is compatible with the document being printed.
  You can check the device type in SPAD and compare it with the printer's capabilities.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer and perform print operations.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Test Printer Connectivity:
  
  If the printer is networked, check the network connection and ensure that the printer is reachable from the SAP system.
  You can perform a test print from the operating system to verify that the printer is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Review SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD (Spool Administration) for printer configuration.
  SP01 (Spool Request) to view spool requests and their statuses.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation related to printing and spool management for more detailed guidance on configuring printers and print settings.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SPOPQ049 error message in SAP.