How To Fix EFG019 - Application form &1 has a different form class (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EFG - Print Workbench

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Application form &1 has a different form class (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EFG019 - Application form &1 has a different form class (&2) ?

  The SAP error message EFG019 indicates that there is a mismatch between the application form being used and the expected form class. This typically occurs in scenarios where a specific application form is expected to conform to a certain class, but the form being processed does not match that class.
  Cause:
  
  Form Class Mismatch: The application form you are trying to use is associated with a different form class than what the system expects. This can happen if the form was modified or if the wrong form is being called in the process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are incorrectly set, leading to the system expecting a different form class.
  Transport Issues: If forms were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies in the form classes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Form Configuration: Verify the configuration of the application form in the SAP system. Ensure that the form class associated with the form matches the expected form class.
  Review Form Assignment: Check the assignment of the application form in the relevant customizing settings. Make sure that the correct form is assigned to the correct process or application.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects related to the form and its class were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport or adjust the settings in the target system.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the mismatch occurs and gather more information about the form being processed.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific application form and its configuration to ensure compliance with expected standards.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message or form class.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SMARTFORMS or SFP (for Adobe Forms) to check and modify the forms.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EFG019 error and implement a solution to resolve it.