How To Fix SPPF_MEDIA027 - Print Immediately On &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Print Immediately On &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPPF_MEDIA027 - Print Immediately On & ?

  The SAP error message SPPF_MEDIA027 typically relates to issues with print settings in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with print immediately options. This error can occur when there are problems with the configuration of the print settings or when the system is unable to process the print request as expected.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Print Settings: The print settings for the output device may not be configured correctly.
  Output Device Issues: The output device may not be available, or there may be issues with the device itself.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the print job.
  Buffering Issues: There may be issues with the spool buffer or the spool request.
  Configuration Errors: There may be errors in the configuration of the print program or the output type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Output Device Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) and check the configuration of the output device.
  Ensure that the device is correctly configured and is available.
  
  
  
  Review Print Settings:
  
  Check the print settings in the transaction where the print job is initiated. Ensure that the "Print Immediately" option is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to print. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Spool Administration:
  
  Check the spool requests in transaction SP01 to see if there are any errors or issues with the spool requests.
  If there are stuck spool requests, you may need to delete or reprocess them.
  
  
  
  Review Print Program and Output Type:
  
  Ensure that the print program and output type are correctly configured. You can check this in transaction NACE for the relevant application area.
  
  
  
  Check for System Messages:
  
  Look for any additional error messages in the system log (transaction SM21) or the application log (transaction SLG1) that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  NACE: Output Types
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring output devices and print settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the SPPF_MEDIA027 error in your SAP system.