How To Fix UPE203 - Unicode Reference Device Type & has to be in customer namespace

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPE - Unicode Printing Enhancement tools

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Unicode Reference Device Type & has to be in customer namespace

What causes this issue?

New URDTs have to be in customer namespace.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please choose a name in customer namespace (Z***, Y***).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPE203 - Unicode Reference Device Type & has to be in customer namespace ?

  The SAP error message UPE203 indicates that there is an issue with the Unicode reference device type in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the system is trying to use a device type that is not defined in the customer namespace or is not properly configured for Unicode printing.
  Cause:
  
  Device Type Not in Customer Namespace: The device type being referenced is not defined in the customer namespace (which usually starts with a 'Z' or 'Y').
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The device type may not be properly configured for Unicode printing, or it may not exist at all in the system.
  System Settings: The system may be set up to use a specific device type that is not available or not correctly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Modify Device Type:
  
  If the device type is missing, you need to create a new device type in the customer namespace. You can do this using transaction code SE78 or SPAD.
  If the device type exists but is not in the customer namespace, you can copy it to the customer namespace and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check Device Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the device type is configured correctly for Unicode. This includes checking the settings for character sets and ensuring that it supports the required output formats.
  
  
  
  Assign Device Type to Printer:
  
  Make sure that the printer is assigned the correct device type. You can do this in transaction SPAD by selecting the printer and checking its configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the printer configuration by printing a test page or a document to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration, where you can manage printers and device types.
  SE78: SAP ArchiveLink Administration, where you can manage device types and forms.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on creating and configuring device types, especially for Unicode support.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to Unicode device types and printing.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UPE203 error and ensure that your SAP system can print correctly using the appropriate device types.