How To Fix EZ500 - Form routine DISPATCH_DATA missing in form class library &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EZ - Print workbench

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Form routine DISPATCH_DATA missing in form class library &1

What causes this issue?

Form class &V2& is activated for data dispatch. However, the required
form routine <LS>DISPATCH_DATA</> is not in the form class library &V1&
belonging to this form class.

System Response

The form class is not complete and therefore incorrect.

How to fix this error?

Update the form class library (choose <LS>Edit</> -> <LS>Form Class
Library</> -> <LS>Update</>). As a result of this action, the system
generates the form routine (without contents) in the form class library.

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 EZ500 - Form routine DISPATCH_DATA missing in form class library &1 ?

  The SAP error message "EZ500 Form routine DISPATCH_DATA missing in form class library &1" typically indicates that there is a missing or incorrectly configured form routine in the specified form class library. This error can occur in the context of SAPscript or Smart Forms when the system is trying to execute a form routine that it cannot find.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Form Routine: The specified form routine DISPATCH_DATA is not defined in the form class library indicated by &1.
  Incorrect Form Class Library: The form class library may not be correctly assigned or may not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from one system to another, the transport might not have included all necessary components.
  Development Errors: There may have been an error during the development of the form, leading to missing routines.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Form Class Library:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) and check the form class library specified in the error message.
  Ensure that the DISPATCH_DATA routine is defined in the library.
  
  
  
  Define the Missing Routine:
  
  If the routine is missing, you may need to create it. This can be done by editing the form in the appropriate transaction (e.g., SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms or SE71 for SAPscript).
  Implement the logic required for the DISPATCH_DATA routine.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the form was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Check for Naming Issues:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the routine name or the form class library name.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific form and its routines for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the form processing to see where the error occurs and gather more context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Smart Forms or SAPscript for best practices in form development and routine management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.