How To Fix XM125 - Invalid device name (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XM - XMI interface and SMAPIS messages to XMI log

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Invalid device name (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XM125 - Invalid device name (&1) ?

  The SAP error message XM125 "Invalid device name (&1)" typically occurs when there is an issue with the device name specified for printing or output in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to print a document or generate output to a specific device.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Device Name: The device name specified in the print settings does not exist or is misspelled.
  Device Not Configured: The output device has not been properly configured in the SAP system.
  Device Status: The device may be offline or not available for use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified device.
  Transport Issues: If the device was recently transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Name: Verify that the device name specified in the print settings is correct. You can do this by navigating to the output device configuration in SAP.
  
  Use transaction code SPAD to access the Spool Administration.
  Check the list of output devices and ensure that the specified device name exists and is correctly spelled.
  
  
  
  Configure Output Device: If the device does not exist, you may need to create or configure it.
  
  In transaction SPAD, you can create a new output device by clicking on "Output Devices" and then "Create".
  
  
  
  Check Device Status: Ensure that the output device is online and available for printing. You can check the status in the same SPAD transaction.
  
  
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the specified output device. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Check Transport Settings: If the device was transported, ensure that all necessary configurations were included in the transport request.
  
  
  Test Printing: After making the necessary changes, try to print again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration - for managing output devices.
  SP01: Spool Request - to view spool requests and their statuses.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on configuring output devices and troubleshooting printing issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to output devices and error messages.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.