Brother error code Repetitive No Paper Fed
Quick answer
Paper dust has built up on the pick-up rollers, so sheets are not being picked. Brother's remedy is cleaning the rollers. Also displayed as "No Paper Fed Again".
Caution: This step can be done wrong in a way that is costly or hard to undo, including voiding your warranty. Check your model's manual before proceeding.
Before you try the solution
- 1. Copy the complete message exactly as shown, including any letters, spaces, or punctuation around Repetitive No Paper Fed.
- 2. Find the printer's exact model number. The same-looking code can mean something different on another model family.
- 3. Let the current print, scan, or update operation stop before touching controls, paper paths, or covers.
Manufacturer-documented solution
Paper dust has built up on the pick-up rollers, so sheets are not being picked. Brother's remedy is cleaning the rollers. Also displayed as "No Paper Fed Again".
Model scope: Brother's roller cleaning procedure for your exact model
If the error is still there
- 1Return to the screen or job that produced the message and check whether the code has cleared.
- 2If Repetitive No Paper Fed returns, do not repeat a risky procedure. Record when it appears and check the documentation for the exact model.
- 3Because this message involves opening the printer, service risk, or possible damage, stop and contact Brother support or a qualified printer technician if it persists.
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- Replace BeltThe belt unit has reached the end of its life and must be replaced. On colour models a failed Calibration or Registration can also escalate to this.
- Replace Drum / Drum End SoonDrum counter not reset after replacement
- Replace TonerToner counter not reset after replacement
- Replace WT BoxThe waste toner box is full and must be replaced. "WT Box End Soon" is the earlier warning stage.
- 2-sided DisabledThe back cover is not fully closed, or the 2-sided (duplex) tray is not installed correctly, so duplex printing is disabled. Close the back cover completely and reseat the duplex tray.
- Authentication Error 01The four-digit PIN entered for a Web Connect service account doesn't match the registered account PIN. Re-enter the correct PIN.
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Manufacturer reference
The meaning and documented action above were taken from the manufacturer source below.
Error and Maintenance Messages (MFC-J1010DW, MFC-J1012DW, MFC-J1170DW)Verified against manufacturer documentation, last checked 2026-08-13. PrintDiag has no printers and no technician, so nothing here is claimed as tested on hardware.