C2297 - The print program should support PDF output for PDF form &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C2 - Other messages production orders

• Message number: 297

• Message text: The print program should support PDF output for PDF form &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C2297 - The print program should support PDF output for PDF form &1 ?

  The SAP error message C2297 indicates that the print program you are using does not support PDF output for the specified PDF form. This can occur when trying to print a document that is expected to be generated in PDF format, but the underlying print program is not configured to handle PDF output.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Print Program: The print program associated with the PDF form does not have the necessary logic to generate PDF output.
  Missing PDF Output Configuration: The print program may not be configured to support PDF output in the SAP system.
  Form Configuration Issues: The PDF form itself may not be correctly set up to work with the print program.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Print Program: Verify that the print program associated with the PDF form is designed to support PDF output. You may need to modify the print program or use a different one that supports PDF generation.
  
  
  Modify Print Program: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can modify the print program to include PDF output functionality. This typically involves using the FP_FUNCTION_MODULE_NAME function to get the function module for the PDF form and ensuring that the output is set to PDF.
  
  
  Use Standard Print Programs: If possible, use standard SAP print programs that are known to support PDF output for the specific form you are working with.
  
  
  Check Form Configuration: Ensure that the PDF form is correctly configured in transaction SFP (Form Builder). Check the settings and ensure that the form is activated and associated with the correct print program.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific PDF form and print program to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the output again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SFP: Form Builder for PDF forms.
  SE38: ABAP Editor to check or modify the print program.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to PDF output and print programs.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C2297 error and successfully generate PDF output for your specified form.