How To Fix FC376 - The form chosen does not have the correct layout tech

FC376 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FC - FI configuration error messages

• Message number: 376

• Message text: The form chosen does not have the correct layout tech

What causes this issue?

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

Choose a form with the corresponding layout tech:
The form type 'PDF-based form' requires a form with the layout tech
XFA.
The form type 'SAP Cloud Platform Forms by Adobe' requires a form with
the layout tech XFA2.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FC376 - The form chosen does not have the correct layout tech ?

  The SAP error message FC376, which states "The form chosen does not have the correct layout tech," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the form layout technology specified in the SAP system and the actual layout technology of the form being used. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when printing invoices, purchase orders, or other documents.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Form Assignment: The form assigned to the transaction may not be compatible with the layout technology specified in the system.
  Missing or Incorrect Layout Technology: The form may be designed for a different layout technology (e.g., SAPscript, Smart Forms, Adobe Forms) than what is currently set in the system.
  Form 
  Configuration Issues: The form may not be properly configured or activated in the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing components.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Form Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction where the