ID677 - Output devices can be maintained in the work center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID - PM (IPRT) print messages, (IBIP) batch input messages

• Message number: 677

• Message text: Output devices can be maintained in the work center

What causes this issue?

Output devices can be maintained in work centers. However, you can
still define a print diversion. Print diversions have priority over
work center destinations.
<ZH>Caution</>
The work center for the location must be maintained. You can
only maintain the print destination for the work center responsible
for carrying out the work in the work center master record.

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?

If you want to control cover sheets differently, you must use the
print diversion function. You can also divert printing for work centers
generically.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID677 - Output devices can be maintained in the work center ?

  The SAP error message ID677 indicates that output devices can be maintained in the work center. This message typically arises when there is an attempt to assign or configure output devices (like printers) in a context where it is not allowed or not properly set up.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The work center may not be properly configured to allow the assignment of output devices.
  Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain output devices in the work center.
  System Settings: The system settings or parameters may not be correctly set to allow output device maintenance.
  Incorrect Transaction: The user might be using a transaction that does not support output device maintenance.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Work Center Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the work center configuration in SAP (Transaction code: CR01 or CR02).
  Ensure that the output device settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain output devices. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  System Parameters:
  
  Check the system parameters related to output devices. This can be done through transaction SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) and navigating to the relevant settings for output control.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct transaction for maintaining output devices. If you are trying to maintain output devices in a context that does not support it, switch to the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on maintaining output devices in work centers.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: CR01 (Create Work Center), CR02 (Change Work Center), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Output Device Configuration: This can be managed through transaction SPAD (Spool Administration) where you can define and manage output devices.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Check the roles assigned to the user in transaction PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ID677 error and successfully maintain output devices in the work center.