How To Fix UPE202 - Unicode Reference Device Type & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPE - Unicode Printing Enhancement tools

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Unicode Reference Device Type & not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPE202 - Unicode Reference Device Type & not found ?

  The SAP error message UPE202 indicates that the Unicode reference device type specified in the print configuration is not found. This typically occurs when the system is trying to print using a device type that is not defined or is incorrectly configured in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Device Type: The specified Unicode reference device type does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The device type may be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the printer.
  Transport Issues: If the device type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  System Upgrade: After an upgrade, some device types may not be compatible or may need to be reconfigured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Type Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Navigate to the "Device Types" section and check if the specified Unicode reference device type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or import it from another system.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Device Type:
  
  If the device type is missing, you can create a new device type or modify an existing one to meet your requirements.
  Ensure that the device type is set to support Unicode.
  
  
  
  Assign Device Type to Printer:
  
  In the SPAD transaction, check the printer configuration.
  Ensure that the correct Unicode reference device type is assigned to the printer.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the device type was supposed to be transported, check the transport requests to ensure that they were successfully imported.
  If necessary, re-transport the device type from the source system.
  
  
  
  System Upgrade Considerations:
  
  If the issue arose after a system upgrade, consult the upgrade documentation to see if any specific steps are required for device types.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  
  
  Device Types: Device types define how data is formatted for printing. Ensure that the device type supports the required character set and formatting for Unicode.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring printers and device types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UPE202 error and ensure that your printing configuration is correctly set up for Unicode support.