How To Fix 881717 - Use of Smart Forms to display forms is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 717

• Message text: Use of Smart Forms to display forms is not active

What causes this issue?

If forms are not to be displayed using an external formatting tool, the
indicator for the use of Smart Forms can be use to output the delivered
forms.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can activate the use of Smart Forms using the
<DS:DE.J_7LSMARTFORM_KZ>Use Smart Forms</> indicator in Customizing for
REA under <DS:TRAN.J7LRRE711000110>Define General Control</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881717 - Use of Smart Forms to display forms is not active ?

  The SAP error message 881717, which states "Use of Smart Forms to display forms is not active," typically indicates that the Smart Forms functionality is not enabled or properly configured in your SAP system. This can occur for various reasons, such as missing configuration settings or issues with the Smart Forms installation.
  Cause:
  
  Smart Forms Not Activated: The Smart Forms functionality may not be activated in your SAP system.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access Smart Forms.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to Smart Forms.
  System Version: The version of the SAP system may not support Smart Forms, or it may be outdated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate Smart Forms:
  
  Go to transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to SAP Reference IMG > Cross-Application Components > Forms > Smart Forms.
  Ensure that the Smart Forms functionality is activated.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use Smart Forms. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  Review the configuration settings for Smart Forms to ensure they are correctly set up. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the IMG.
  
  
  
  System Upgrade:
  
  If the system version is outdated, consider upgrading to a version that supports Smart Forms.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation or help portal for more detailed instructions on configuring and using Smart Forms.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms: Smart Forms is a tool in SAP that allows users to create and maintain forms for mass printing in a more user-friendly way compared to SAPscript.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SMARTFORMS (to create and maintain Smart Forms) and SFP (for Form Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to Smart Forms.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully use Smart Forms in your SAP environment.