How To Fix XS015 - Device type & not allowed

XS015 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XS - SAPconnect: All messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Device type & not allowed

What causes this issue?

Device type "&V1&" (see SAPscript/spool) is specified in the
configuration of node attributes. This device type is not defined in
spool administration.

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

System Response

Processing was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Specify a valid device type for the node attributes or define "&V1&" in
spool administration.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

XS015 - Details

• The SAP error message XS015, which states "Device type & not allowed," typically occurs when there is an issue with the device type configuration in the SAP system. This error is often related to printing or output device settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Device Type: The specified device type is not recognized or is not allowed for the particular output request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified device type.
  Device Type Configuration: The device type may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Output Device Settings: The output device may not be set up correctly or may not be assigned to the user or the job.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Device Type: Verify that the device type specified in the output request is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the device type configuration in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary