How To Fix SPPF_DET043 - No printer and no dynamic printer determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF_DET - PPF: Determination Technology

• Message number: 043

• Message text: No printer and no dynamic printer determination

What causes this issue?

The printer is not entered directly in the detail settings and no exit
is used for dynamic printer determination.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a printer in the detail settings. Alternatively, the printer can
be made available by connecting a printer determination. If no printer
is found, the action is not generated.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_DET043 - No printer and no dynamic printer determination ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_DET043 indicates that there is no printer available for the output request, and there is no dynamic printer determination configured to resolve this issue. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to print documents, forms, or reports in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  No Printer Assigned: The user or the output device may not have a printer assigned in the system.
  Dynamic Printer Determination Not Configured: The system may not have a dynamic printer determination mechanism set up, which would automatically select a printer based on certain criteria (like user location, document type, etc.).
  Output Type Configuration: The output type may not be correctly configured to allow for printer determination.
  User Profile Settings: The user profile may not have the necessary settings to allow for printer selection.
  Network Issues: There may be network issues preventing the connection to the printer.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and check if the printer is defined and active.
  Ensure that the printer is correctly configured and available for use.
  
  
  
  Assign Printer to User:
  
  In transaction SU01, check the user profile and ensure that a default printer is assigned to the user.
  You can also set a default printer for the user in the user settings.
  
  
  
  Dynamic Printer Determination:
  
  If dynamic printer determination is required, ensure that it is configured correctly in the output type settings.
  Check the configuration in transaction NACE for the relevant application area and output type.
  
  
  
  Output Type Settings:
  
  Verify the output type settings in transaction NACE. Ensure that the output type is set to allow for printer determination and that the necessary conditions are met.
  
  
  
  Check User Parameters:
  
  In transaction SU3, check the user parameters for the user. Ensure that the parameter for the printer (e.g., PRINTER) is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Network and Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the connection to the printer. Check if the printer is online and accessible from the SAP server.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test print to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU3: Maintain User Profile
  NACE: Output Types
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on printer configuration and output management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to printer determination and configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SPPF_DET043 error and ensure that printing functions correctly in your SAP environment.