How To Fix SPPF_DET042 - Dynamic printer determination '&' is used

SPPF_DET042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF_DET - PPF: Determination Technology

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Dynamic printer determination '&' is used

What causes this issue?

Printer determination is used.

System Response

The printer is not entered in a fixed way, but rather it is defined
dynamically using printer determination. This action definition is
assigned a printer determination. The assignment takes place by
creating a Business Add In with the name of the action definition as a
filter value.

How to fix this error?

If printer determination does not return a valid printer, then no
action is generated.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_DET042 - Dynamic printer determination '&' is used ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_DET042 indicates that there is an issue with dynamic printer determination in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when the system is unable to determine a valid printer for a specific output request, which can happen for various reasons.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Printer Configuration: The printer may not be configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Output Device Not Defined: The output device (printer) may not be defined in the system or may not be assigned to the user or the specific output type.
  User Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the printer.
  Dynamic Printer Determination Logic: The logic used for dynamic printer determination may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to find a suitable printer.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues preventing the system from accessing the printer.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify that the printer