How To Fix FB594 - In comp.code & for program & the form set & is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 594

• Message text: In comp.code & for program & the form set & is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB594 - In comp.code & for program & the form set & is missing ?

  The SAP error message FB594 typically indicates that there is a missing form set for a specific company code and program. This error often arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when trying to print or generate documents such as invoices, payment advices, or other financial forms.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Form Set: The specified form set for the company code and program is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The form set may not be properly configured or assigned to the relevant company code or program.
  Transport Issues: If the form set was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or activated correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the form set.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Form Set Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Form Settings > Define Form Sets.
  Verify that the form set for the specified company code and program is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create or Assign Form Set:
  
  If the form set is missing, you may need to create a new one or assign an existing one to the company code and program.
  Ensure that the form set is correctly linked to the relevant output type.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the form set was supposed to be transported, check the transport requests to ensure that the form set was included and successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the form set. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  SE71: For maintaining SAPscript forms.
  SMARTFORMS: For maintaining Smart Forms.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on form configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to FB594 or form set configurations.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.