How To Fix T0841 - Output device for printing (error-) log not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T0 - General Treasury

• Message number: 841

• Message text: Output device for printing (error-) log not defined

What causes this issue?

You cannot output the correspondence log as no output device and hence
no format has been specified. The user defaults are used for the log
output.

How to fix this error?

Enter an output device in the user defaults (<DS:TRAN.SU3>Own data</>)
in the 'Defaults' area.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T0841 - Output device for printing (error-) log not defined ?

  The SAP error message T0841, which states "Output device for printing (error-) log not defined," typically occurs when the system is unable to find a defined output device for printing error logs or other output. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a report or when trying to print documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Output Device Configuration: The output device for printing logs has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Printer Settings: The printer settings may not be correctly configured in the SAP system.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not have the necessary settings to define an output device.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the required authorizations to access or define output devices.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the T0841 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Output Device:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check if the output device you want to use is defined. If not, create a new output device.
  Ensure that the output device is configured correctly (e.g., device type, host spool access method).
  
  
  
  Check User Profile:
  
  Go to transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Check the user profile settings to ensure that the output device is assigned correctly.
  You can also check the default output device for the user in the user parameters.
  
  
  
  Set Default Output Device:
  
  You can set a default output device for your user by going to transaction code SU3 (Maintain User Profile).
  In the "Defaults" tab, specify the default output device.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the output devices.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations if necessary.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the printing functionality to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU3: Maintain User Profile
  
  
  
  Output Device Types: Ensure that the output device type is compatible with the documents you are trying to print.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to printing issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring output devices and troubleshooting printing issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the T0841 error and ensure that the output device for printing logs is properly defined in your SAP system.