WD2000: Run-time Error 5889 Creating New Publication

ID: Q204348


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Word 2000


SYMPTOMS

When you use any of the following Word publications,

Brochure
Directory
Manual
Thesis
the following error message appears:
Run-time error '5889': Requested paper size is not available on the currently selected printer.


CAUSE

There is no default printer installed.


RESOLUTION

To resolve this problem, you must install a printer.

To set up a printer, do the following:

NOTE: Because there are several versions of Windows, the following steps may be different on your computer. If they are, please consult your product documentation to complete these steps.

  1. Click Start, point to Settings, click Printers, and then double-click Add Printer.


  2. Follow the instructions on the screen.


  3. If you want to print a test page, first make sure your printer is on and ready to print.


NOTE: If you want to use a shared network printer, you can set it up quickly by browsing for it in Network Neighborhood, clicking the printer's icon, and then clicking Install on the File menu.


STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in the Microsoft products listed at the beginning of this article.

Additional query words: debug visual basiv applications end button click code A4 papersize

Keywords : kbdta wd2000
Version : WINDOWS:2000
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbbug


Last Reviewed: May 13, 1999
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