How To Fix /BEV4/PLPEND140 - Form & not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV4/PLPEND -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Form & not created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND140 - Form & not created ?

  The SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND140 Form & not created typically indicates that there is an issue with the generation of a specific form in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Beverage Management module. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The form may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings in the form definition or related master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the form.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the transaction that is supposed to generate the form.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the print layout or issues with the SAPscript or SmartForms used for the form.
  Incomplete Process: The process leading up to the form generation may not have been completed correctly, leading to the inability to create the form.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the form is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the form settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and access the form. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Validate Data: Check the data associated with the transaction that is supposed to generate the form. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the process to identify where the failure occurs. This may involve looking at the function modules or programs that handle form generation.
  Check Print Layout: If the form uses SAPscript or SmartForms, ensure that the layout is correctly defined and that there are no errors in the form design.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), SE71 (for SAPscript), or SMARTFORMS (for SmartForms).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the Beverage Management module and form generation processes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.