How To Fix UPE012 - No Unicode Reference Device Type available (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPE - Unicode Printing Enhancement tools

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No Unicode Reference Device Type available (see long text)

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to activate UPE for a device type (UPE = Unicode
Printing Enhancement).

System Response

The system cannot perform the task because there are no Unicode
Reference Device Types (URDT) available in the SAP system.

How to fix this error?

In order to UPE-enhance a "legacy" device type, you need to have a
Unicode Reference Device Type (URDT) available. You can create URDTs
with report RSPOUPE_FIT. For details on UPE please consult SAP note
1439867.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPE012 - No Unicode Reference Device Type available (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message UPE012 indicates that there is no Unicode reference device type available for the specified printer. This error typically occurs when you are trying to print from a Unicode-enabled SAP system, but the system cannot find a suitable device type that supports Unicode characters.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Device Type: The device type for the printer you are trying to use is not defined in the SAP system or does not support Unicode.
  Incorrect Printer Configuration: The printer configuration in the SAP system may not be set up correctly, or the device type assigned to the printer is not compatible with Unicode.
  System Settings: The SAP system may not have the necessary Unicode device types installed or configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Type:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check the list of device types and ensure that a Unicode-compatible device type is available for the printer you are using.
  If a suitable device type is not available, you may need to create or install one.
  
  
  
  Assign a Unicode Device Type:
  
  If a Unicode device type exists, ensure that it is assigned to the printer in the SAP system.
  You can do this by selecting the printer in SPAD, going to the device type settings, and changing it to a Unicode-compatible device type.
  
  
  
  Install Missing Device Types:
  
  If the required Unicode device type is not available, you may need to install it. This can be done by downloading the appropriate device type from SAP or creating a custom device type that supports Unicode.
  
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the printer is correctly configured in the SAP system, including the correct IP address, port, and other settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue. There may be specific notes related to your version of SAP or the printer model you are using.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unicode Support: Unicode is a standard for encoding characters that allows for the representation of text in multiple languages. SAP systems that support Unicode can handle a wider range of characters and symbols.
  Device Types: Device types in SAP define how data is formatted for printing. They specify the characteristics of the printer, including the fonts and layout.
  Spool Administration (SPAD): This transaction is used to manage printers and spool requests in SAP. It allows administrators to configure printers, device types, and other related settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UPE012 error and successfully print from your SAP system.