How To Fix CM_EHFND_FW_ADS037 - Cannot extract data from the form; no form name available in metadata

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Cannot extract data from the form; no form name available in metadata

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_ADS037 - Cannot extract data from the form; no form name available in metadata ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_ADS037 indicates that there is an issue with extracting data from a form due to the absence of a form name in the metadata. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize Adobe Forms for data processing and output.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Form Name: The primary cause of this error is that the form name is not defined or is missing in the metadata. This can happen if the form was not properly configured or if there was an issue during the form creation process.
  Incorrect Configuration: The form might not be correctly linked to the application or the relevant data source.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might have been issues during the transport process that led to the metadata not being correctly updated.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a mismatch between the version of the form being used and the version expected by the application.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Form Configuration: Ensure that the form is correctly configured in the SAP system. Verify that the form name is correctly defined in the metadata.
  Recreate or Update the Form: If the form is missing or corrupted, consider recreating it or updating the existing form to ensure that it has the correct metadata.
  Transport the Form: If the form was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors. You may need to re-transport the form or manually adjust the metadata in the target system.
  Check for Updates: Ensure that you are using the latest version of the form and that it is compatible with the current version of the SAP application.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the metadata is being accessed and why the form name is not being found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions and workarounds for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for Adobe Forms and the specific SAP module you are working with to ensure that all configurations are correct.
  Community Forums: Consider reaching out to SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and assistance from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.