How To Fix WEBFI_MASTER327 - Error. Print parameter 'Output Device' not selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WEBFI_MASTER - Web Financials: Business Partner Master Data

• Message number: 327

• Message text: Error. Print parameter 'Output Device' not selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WEBFI_MASTER327 - Error. Print parameter 'Output Device' not selected ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WEBFI_MASTER327 Error. Print parameter 'Output Device' not selected
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a print job is initiated in SAP (often related to Web Dynpro or FI module printing processes), but the mandatory print parameter 'Output Device' (i.e., the printer or spool device) has not been specified or selected. Without this parameter, SAP does not know where to send the print output, resulting in the error.
  
  Explanation:
  
  The Output Device is a required parameter for any print request in SAP.
  If the print dialog or print parameter screen does not have a default or user-selected output device, the system cannot proceed.
  This can happen if:
  
  The user did not select a printer.
  The default printer is not set in user parameters.
  The print program or Web Dynpro application does not pass the output device parameter correctly.
  The spool request is generated without specifying the output device.
  
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select Output Device Manually:
  
  When the print dialog appears, ensure you select a valid output device (printer) before confirming the print.
  
  
  
  Set Default Output Device in User Parameters:
  
  Go to transaction SU3 (Maintain User Profile).
  Under the Defaults tab, set the Output Device parameter (usually parameter SP01 or SPAD).
  This ensures the system automatically picks a default printer if none is selected manually.
  
  
  
  Check Print Program or Web Dynpro Application:
  
  If this error occurs in a custom or standard Web Dynpro application, verify that the print parameters are correctly passed.
  Developers should ensure the output device is either selected by the user or set programmatically before the print request is sent.
  
  
  
  Check Spool Configuration:
  
  Use transaction SPAD to verify that the output devices (printers) are correctly configured and active.
  Ensure the output device exists and is not deleted or inactive.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the problem persists, debug the print program or Web Dynpro component to check where the output device parameter is lost or not set.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SPAD: Manage output devices (printers).
  Transaction SU3: Set user parameters including default output device.
  Transaction SP01: View spool requests.
  SAP Notes: Search for notes related to WEBFI_MASTER327 or print parameter issues.
  Web Dynpro Printing: Ensure print parameters are handled correctly in the application code.
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WEBFI_MASTER327 is caused by missing or unselected print output device parameter. The solution is to ensure a valid output device is selected either manually or set as default in user parameters, and verify the print program or application passes this parameter correctly.
  
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