How To Fix EZ231 - Form class &1 is inactive; function not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EZ - Print workbench

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Form class &1 is inactive; function not possible

trados = docu -> fi -> fica -> fica.tmw

What causes this issue?

You have selected a function that requires an active status in the
relevant fom class. However, form class &V1& is not active.

System Response

The system cannot carry out the function.

How to fix this error?

Check the form class and enter a problem message if 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EZ231 - Form class &1 is inactive; function not possible ?

  The SAP error message EZ231 indicates that a specific form class is inactive, which prevents the system from executing the related function. This error typically occurs in the context of SAPscript or Smart Forms when the system attempts to use a form that has not been activated or is not available for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Form Class: The form class referenced in the error message is not activated in the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the form class was recently transported from another system, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Development Environment: The form class may exist in a development environment but not in the production environment.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues related to the form class or its associated objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Form Class:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE71 (for SAPscript) or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms).
  Check if the form class is listed and ensure it is activated. If it is inactive, activate it.
  For SAPscript, you can also check the form using transaction SE78.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the form class was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and that the form class is active in the target system.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that all dependent objects (like text elements, styles, etc.) are also active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in the Form:
  
  Open the form in the respective editor (SE71 or SMARTFORMS) and check for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the form design.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation or notes related to the specific form class to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE71: SAPscript Form Maintenance
  SMARTFORMS: Smart Forms Maintenance
  SE78: SAP ArchiveLink Form Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues with form classes or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EZ231 error and ensure that the form class is active and functional.