How To Fix TD448 - Telex/fax machine '&' is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 448

• Message text: Telex/fax machine '&' is not defined

What causes this issue?

The device name &V1& for a telex or fax machine is not defined.

System Response

Form printing led to an exception.

How to fix this error?

There is no entry for the device name &V1& in table TSP03. Go into
transaction SPAD (spool administration) and create an entry for &V1&
under printer name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD448 - Telex/fax machine '&' is not defined ?

  The SAP error message TD448 indicates that a telex or fax machine is not defined in the system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to send a telex or fax using a communication method that has not been properly configured in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined telex or fax machine in the SAP system. This can happen due to:
  
  The telex/fax machine not being set up in the system.
  Incorrect configuration or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  The user trying to send a telex or fax without the necessary setup.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TD448 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define the Telex/Fax Machine:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Navigate to the Output Devices section.
  Check if the telex or fax machine is listed. If not, you will need to create a new output device.
  Click on Create and fill in the necessary details for the telex/fax machine, including the device type and any other required parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the telex/fax machine is correct. This includes checking the device type and ensuring that it is set up to handle telex or fax communications.
  Verify that the communication settings (like the number format) are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign the Output Device:
  
  Make sure that the output device is assigned to the relevant user or transaction that is trying to send the telex or fax.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After setting up the telex/fax machine, perform a test to ensure that it is working correctly. You can do this by trying to send a test telex or fax.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration for managing output devices.
  SOST: To check the status of sent messages (including faxes and telexes).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or fixes related to telex/fax configuration.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to send telexes or faxes.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TD448 error and successfully configure the telex or fax machine in your SAP system.