/BEV4/PLPEND216 - FM &1: Printing error

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV4/PLPEND -

• Message number: 216

• Message text: FM &1: Printing error

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND216 - FM &1: Printing error ?

  The SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND216 FM &1: Printing error typically indicates that there is an issue related to the printing process in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Beverage Management module (BEV4). This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, printer settings, or problems with the output device.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Printer Configuration Issues: The printer may not be correctly configured in the SAP system. This includes settings related to the output device, such as the device type, access method, or spool settings.
  Output Device Not Available: The specified output device may be offline or not available for printing.
  Spool Request Issues: There may be issues with the spool request, such as it being stuck or not processed correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print or access the specified output device.
  Network Issues: If the printer is networked, there may be connectivity issues preventing the print job from being sent to the printer.
  Form or Layout Issues: The form or layout used for printing may have errors or may not be compatible with the printer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and verify the configuration of the output device.
  Ensure that the device type and access method are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Verify Printer Status:
  
  Check if the printer is online and available. You can do this from the operating system or through the printer's web interface.
  
  
  
  Review Spool Requests:
  
  Use transaction code SP01 to check the status of the spool requests. Look for any errors or requests that are stuck.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to print. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  Try printing a test page or a simple document to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is with the specific document or the printer itself.
  
  
  
  Review Form/Layout:
  
  Check the form or layout used for printing. Ensure that it is correctly designed and compatible with the printer.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the application logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the printing error.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Overview
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to printing errors in the Beverage Management module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the printing error indicated by the message /BEV4/PLPEND216 FM &1: Printing error.