How To Fix EZ287 - Form class &1 does not support smart forms/PDF-based forms

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EZ - Print workbench

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Form class &1 does not support smart forms/PDF-based forms

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

What causes this issue?

The selected form class does not support application forms of the type
Smart Form. In order to be able to use Smart Forms, you have to
explicitly activate the form class for this.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Create an application form of the type SAPscript.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EZ287 - Form class &1 does not support smart forms/PDF-based forms ?

  The SAP error message EZ287 indicates that there is an issue with the form class specified in your Smart Forms or PDF-based forms. This error typically arises when the form class does not support the type of form you are trying to use or when there is a mismatch in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Form Class: The form class specified in the Smart Form or PDF form is not compatible with the type of form you are trying to generate.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The form class may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not exist.
  Form Type Mismatch: The form type (Smart Form or PDF) does not match the capabilities of the specified form class.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing components.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Form Class: Verify that the form class specified in the Smart Form or PDF form is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the form class in transaction SE80 or SE37.
  Review Form Configuration: Ensure that the form class is configured to support the type of form you are using. This may involve checking the settings in transaction SPRO or related configuration transactions.
  Use Compatible Form Class: If the current form class does not support Smart Forms or PDF forms, consider using a different form class that is compatible.
  Transport Validation: If the form was transported, check for any missing objects or inconsistencies in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the form or related objects.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant function modules to trace where the error occurs and gather more information about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check form classes and Smart Forms)
  SE37: Function Module (to check the function modules related to forms)
  SPRO: Customizing (to check configuration settings)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Smart Forms and PDF forms for detailed information on form classes and their configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the EZ287 error message in your SAP system.