How To Fix SPPF_MEDIA022 - No printer was entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPPF_MEDIA - PPF: Message Class for Messages from Media

• Message number: 022

• Message text: No printer was entered

What causes this issue?

No printer is assigned to the processing.

System Response

The system cannot execute the action.

How to fix this error?

Assign a printer to the processing. You can make the assignment either
in the schedule conditions (transaction <DS:TRAS.SPPFDET>SPPFDET</>) or
while the output is being processed.
If you are determining the printer using a user exit, check whether the
exit returns the required result for the printer determination.
In the APO, the printer can be used from the user master data. Check
whether the current user has entered a printer in their master data.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_MEDIA022 - No printer was entered ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_MEDIA022 indicates that no printer has been specified for the output of a document or report. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to print a document, generate a report, or perform any action that requires a printer.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have a printer defined for the output request. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  The user did not select a printer before executing the print job.
  The default printer is not set in the user profile.
  The printer configuration in the SAP system is incorrect or missing.
  The output device is not available or not properly configured in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SPPF_MEDIA022 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Printer:
  
  When executing the print job, ensure that you select a printer from the list of available printers. You can usually do this in the print dialog box.
  
  
  
  Set a Default Printer:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to System > User Profile > Own Data (or use transaction code SU3).
  In the Defaults tab, check the Output Device field and set a default printer if it is not already set.
  
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SPAD to access the Spool Administration.
  Verify that the printer you want to use is configured correctly and is active.
  Ensure that the printer is assigned to the correct output device and that it is not in an error state.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the printer. This can be checked by the system administrator.
  
  
  
  Test the Printer:
  
  You can test the printer configuration by trying to print a test page from the Spool Administration (transaction SPAD).
  
  
  
  Contact System Administrator:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your SAP system administrator for further assistance. They can check the system logs and printer configurations for any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SU3: User Profile Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to printers and output devices.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on printer configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SPPF_MEDIA022 error and successfully print your documents.