How To Fix CM_EHFND_FW_ADS030 - No inbound handler defined for form &1 in transaction SFP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_FW_ADS - Messages for the Adobe Document Service Integration

• Message number: 030

• Message text: No inbound handler defined for form &1 in transaction SFP

What causes this issue?

For the inbound processing of PDF-based forms, you must define an <DS>
<DS:DE.FP_OFFLINE_HANDLER>inbound handler</></> in the Form Builder.
Based on this setting, a function module is generated to extract the
data from a PDF file and to transfer the data to the corresponding
interface.
For the relevant form, no inbound handler is defined and therefore no
function module is available to extract the data.

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?

In transaction SFP (on the <LS>SAP Easy Access</> screen, choose
<LS>Tools -> Form Printout -> Interactive Forms</>), define an inbound
handler for the relevant form object. You do not have to implement the
methods of the class. They can be left empty.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_ADS030 - No inbound handler defined for form &1 in transaction SFP ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_ADS030 indicates that there is no inbound handler defined for a specific form in transaction SFP (SAP Form Builder). This error typically arises when you are trying to process a form that requires an inbound handler, but the system cannot find one defined for that form.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Inbound Handler: The most common cause of this error is that the form you are trying to use does not have an associated inbound handler defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the form or the associated application that prevent the inbound handler from being recognized.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from another system, the inbound handler may not have been included in the transport request.
  Incorrect Form Name: The form name specified might be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define an Inbound Handler:
  
  Go to transaction SFP.
  Open the form that is causing the error.
  Check if an inbound handler is defined. If not, you will need to create one.
  You can create an inbound handler by implementing a class that implements the interface IF_SAP_SF_INBOUND_HANDLER.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the form is correctly configured and that all necessary components are in place.
  Verify that the form is activated and that there are no errors in the form definition.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the form was transported, check the transport request to ensure that the inbound handler was included.
  If it was not included, you may need to transport the inbound handler separately.
  
  
  
  Verify Form Name:
  
  Double-check the form name you are using in the transaction to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on defining inbound handlers and troubleshooting form-related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SFP: This is the transaction used for creating and managing Adobe forms in SAP.
  Inbound Handler: This is a class that processes the data sent to the form and prepares it for rendering.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in 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 error and successfully process the form in SAP.