How To Fix DO273 - Output style will be reset (value itself or for type & not appropriate)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Output style will be reset (value itself or for type & not appropriate)

What causes this issue?

You have maintained an inappropriate output style or you are using a
type where this attribute does not make any sense. The output style is
only appropriate for type Decfloat.

System Response

The output style in such inappriate cases will be automatically reset.

How to fix this error?

No manual action necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO273 - Output style will be reset (value itself or for type & not appropriate) ?

  The SAP error message DO273, which states "Output style will be reset (value itself or for type & not appropriate)," typically occurs in the context of SAPscript or Smart Forms when there is an issue with the output style settings for a particular form or document. This error indicates that the specified output style is not valid for the given context, and as a result, SAP will reset it to a default value.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Output Style: The output style specified in the form or document is not defined or is incorrectly configured in the system.
  Type Mismatch: The output style may not be compatible with the type of document or form being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the output types or forms in the SAP system.
  Missing Styles: The output style may have been deleted or is not available in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Output Style Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SMARTFORMS or SE71 (for SAPscript) and check the output style settings.
  Ensure that the output style you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Validate Output Type:
  
  Check the output type configuration in transaction NACE (for output determination).
  Ensure that the output type is correctly assigned to the relevant application area and that the output style is valid for that type.
  
  
  
  Review Form Settings:
  
  If you are using Smart Forms, ensure that the form is correctly configured and that the output style is set appropriately in the form attributes.
  For SAPscript, check the form attributes and ensure that the output style is compatible with the form.
  
  
  
  Test with Default Settings:
  
  If you suspect that the output style is causing issues, try using a default output style to see if the error persists. This can help isolate the problem.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to output styles and forms for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as there may be fixes related to output styles in newer versions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: For Smart Forms management.
  SE71: For SAPscript form management.
  NACE: For output type configuration.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the error message DO273. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.