How To Fix TD327 - No printer fonts maintained for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 327

• Message text: No printer fonts maintained for &

What causes this issue?

There are no printer fonts for a certain printer type.

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?

Please maintain the printer fonts for the specified printer type in the
SAPscript font maintenance.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD327 - No printer fonts maintained for & ?

  The SAP error message TD327 "No printer fonts maintained for &" typically occurs when the system is unable to find the appropriate printer fonts for the specified output device. This can happen for various reasons, such as misconfiguration of the printer settings or missing font definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Printer Fonts: The specified output device does not have any fonts defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Output Device Configuration: The output device may not be configured correctly, leading to the absence of necessary font settings.
  Font Not Installed: The required font may not be installed on the server or the printer itself.
  Device Type Issues: The device type assigned to the printer may not support the fonts needed for the output.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TD327 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Locate the output device that is causing the error.
  Check the configuration settings for the output device, especially the device type and the associated fonts.
  
  
  
  Maintain Printer Fonts:
  
  In the SPAD transaction, select the output device and navigate to the "Fonts" tab.
  Ensure that the necessary fonts are maintained for the device. If not, you may need to add the required fonts.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Fonts:
  
  If the required fonts are not available, you may need to install them on the SAP system or the printer.
  Ensure that the fonts are compatible with the device type being used.
  
  
  
  Check Device Type:
  
  Verify that the device type assigned to the printer supports the fonts you need.
  If necessary, change the device type to one that supports the required fonts.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test print to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific instructions related to your printer model and SAP version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to printer configurations and fonts.
  Printer Manufacturer Documentation: Consult the documentation provided by the printer manufacturer for specific font installation and configuration instructions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TD327 error and ensure that your SAP system can properly utilize the required printer fonts.