How To Fix EZ188 - Smart form &1 was saved; activate the smart form

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EZ - Print workbench

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Smart form &1 was saved; activate the smart form

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EZ188 - Smart form &1 was saved; activate the smart form ?

  The SAP error message EZ188 indicates that a Smart Form has been saved but not activated. This is a common issue when working with Smart Forms in SAP. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Smart Form Not Activated: The primary cause of this error is that the Smart Form has been saved but not activated. In SAP, Smart Forms need to be activated before they can be used in print programs or called from other transactions.
  Changes Made: If changes were made to the Smart Form after it was last activated, it needs to be activated again to reflect those changes.
  User Permissions: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to activate the Smart Form.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Smart Form:
  
  Go to the Smart Forms transaction (transaction code SMARTFORMS).
  Enter the name of the Smart Form that is causing the error.
  Click on the "Activate" button (or use the menu option to activate).
  After activation, you should see a confirmation message indicating that the Smart Form has been successfully activated.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors: If the activation fails, check for any errors in the Smart Form that need to be resolved before it can be activated.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate Smart Forms. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Testing: After activation, test the Smart Form to ensure it works as expected. You can do this by calling it from the relevant print program or transaction.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms Overview: Smart Forms is a tool in SAP that allows users to create and maintain forms for mass printing in a graphical interface.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMARTFORMS: To create or modify Smart Forms.
  SE71: To work with SAPscript forms, which is another form of form design in SAP.
  
  
  Documentation: SAP provides extensive documentation on Smart Forms, including how to create, modify, and activate them. You can access this documentation through the SAP Help Portal or directly within the SAP GUI.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EZ188 error and successfully activate your Smart Form.