How To Fix TD343 - Device type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 343

• Message text: Device type & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Font data, required by the word processing system SAPscript to format
texts, was to be generated for a device type. However, the specified
device type does not exist.
SAPscript uses run-time objects, the so-called SAPscript load which
contains data about fonts, character sets, layout sets, and styles.
These run-time objects (stored according to client) are regenerated
automatically if the data base tables on which they are based have
changed, or the run-time objects do not yet exist. The run-time objects
are accessed when texts are formatted for output to the printer or
screen.

System Response

The generation of font data for SAPscript had to be terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the specified device type is defined in the system using
the transaction "Spool administration".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD343 - Device type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TD343, which states "Device type & does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to find the specified device type in the SAP system configuration. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to print or output documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Device Type: The specified device type is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Device Type Name: There may be a typo or incorrect name used for the device type.
  Configuration Issues: The device type may not be properly configured or activated in the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the device type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or activated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Navigate to the Device Types section.
  Check if the device type you are trying to use is listed. If it is not, you may need to create it or transport it from another system.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Device Type:
  
  If the device type does not exist, you can create a new one or modify an existing one.
  Ensure that the device type is correctly configured with the necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Verify Spool Settings:
  
  Ensure that the spool settings are correctly configured for the output device you are trying to use.
  Check the output device settings in the Output Devices section of SPAD.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the name of the device type in your print settings or output configuration to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the device type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported.
  If necessary, re-transport the device type.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and configure device types in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring device types and spool administration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to device types and printing.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or refer to SAP support for further assistance.