How To Fix UPE005 - Device type & was saved to database

UPE005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPE - Unicode Printing Enhancement tools

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Device type & was saved to database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPE005 - Device type & was saved to database ?

  The SAP error message UPE005 indicates that there is an issue related to the device type configuration in the SAP system. This message typically occurs when there is a problem with the printer device type settings or when the system is unable to save the device type configuration to the database.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Device Type Configuration: The device type specified may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database connection or permissions that prevent the device type from being saved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify device types.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or inconsistencies that are causing the issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify the device type settings.
  Ensure that the device type you are trying to save is correctly defined and exists in the system.
  
  
  
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