How To Fix EZ017 - Form class &1 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EZ - Print workbench

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Form class &1 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EZ017 - Form class &1 deleted ?

  The SAP error message EZ017, which states "Form class &1 deleted," typically occurs when a form class that is being referenced in a Smart Forms or SAPscript is no longer available in the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as deletion of the form class or changes in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Form Class: The form class referenced in the Smart Form or SAPscript has been deleted from the system.
  Transport Issues: If the form class was transported from one system to another, it might not have been included in the transport request.
  Development Changes: Changes made in the development environment that were not properly transported to the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Form Class Existence: Verify if the form class still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) and checking for the form class.
  Restore Deleted Form Class: If the form class was deleted accidentally, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if possible.
  Transport Request: If the form class is missing due to transport issues, ensure that the relevant transport request is correctly released and imported into the target system.
  Update Smart Form or SAPscript: If the form class is no longer needed, you may need to update the Smart Form or SAPscript to reference a different, existing form class.
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that all dependencies related to the form class are also intact and not deleted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE80 for object navigation, SE37 for function modules, and SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Smart Forms and SAPscript to understand how form classes are structured and managed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to form classes and error messages.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.