How To Fix UPE014 - Character mappings for ABAP list printing cannot be edited

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPE - Unicode Printing Enhancement tools

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Character mappings for ABAP list printing cannot be edited

What causes this issue?

You tried to edit character mappings for the ABAPLIST font

System Response

The system does not allow editing (i.e. modification) of character
mappings for ABAP list printing with a Unicode Reference Device Type
(URDT). Only display mode is allowed.
The reason behind this is that, for ABAP list printing (in contrast to
OTF printing from SAPscript or Smart Forms), no font metrics exist in a
device type, and thus no individual mappings between a Unicode codepoint
(i.e. a character) and a TrueType font from the font repository can be
recorded.
All characters in an ABAP list which get printed via the URDT must make
use of the same TrueType font which is assigned for ABAP list printing
in the URDT.

How to fix this error?

The program continues in display mode.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPE014 - Character mappings for ABAP list printing cannot be edited ?

  The SAP error message UPE014 indicates that there is an issue with character mappings for ABAP list printing, specifically that these mappings cannot be edited. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to modify character mappings in a way that is not permitted by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to edit character mappings.
  System Configuration: The character mappings may be locked or configured in a way that prevents editing.
  Transport Requests: If the character mappings are part of a transport request that is not yet released, they may be in a read-only state.
  Technical Restrictions: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict changes to character mappings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to edit character mappings. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Review System Settings: Check the system configuration to see if there are any settings that prevent editing of character mappings. This may involve consulting with a system administrator or BASIS team.
  Release Transport Requests: If the character mappings are part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is released and not in a locked state.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink) or SPAD (Spool Administration) to manage and review character mappings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to character mappings and ABAP list printing for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.