“CODESOFT Printing: [msg:245] Unable to switch to printer…” – SENTINEL Error Message
Target Audience: Advanced User, IT Manager
Article #: 10163
Summary
This Error Message Article explains the SENTINEL error message “CODESOFT Printing: [msg:245] Unable to switch to printer…“. This article also provides details on how to fix the underlying problem that caused it to appear.

Explanation
SENTINEL is unable to execute a print job to a printer specified in the source input (e.g. an XML drop file). In this case, the printer, although installed, was not selected as one of the licensed printers in the SENTINEL Manager.
Solution
Make sure the printer specified is selected as licensed in the Printers tab of the CODESOFT Plug-in by checking the box next to its name.

Additional Comments
Issue Found: SENTINEL v2018
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