How To Fix FIKW_LOC558 - Errors occured while printing form &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIKW_LOC - FI Localization for Kuwait

• Message number: 558

• Message text: Errors occured while printing form &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIKW_LOC558 - Errors occured while printing form &1 ?

  The SAP error message FIKW_LOC558, which states "Errors occurred while printing form &1," typically indicates that there was an issue during the printing process of a specific form in the SAP system. This error can arise from various causes, and understanding these can help in troubleshooting and resolving the issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Form Configuration Issues: The form specified in the error message may not be configured correctly. This could include missing fields, incorrect layout, or issues with the underlying data.
  
  
  Data Issues: The data being passed to the form may be incomplete or incorrect. This can happen if required fields are missing or if there are data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Printer Configuration: There may be issues with the printer settings in SAP. This includes incorrect printer definitions, network issues, or the printer being offline.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to print the specified form.
  
  
  SAP Script/Smart Forms Issues: If the form is based on SAPscript or Smart Forms, there may be errors in the script or form logic that prevent it from being processed correctly.
  
  
  Output Device Issues: The output device may not be set up correctly in the SAP system, or it may not be available.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Configuration: Review the configuration of the form in transaction codes like SMARTFORMS or SE71 (for SAPscript). Ensure that all required fields are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  Validate Data: Check the data being used for the form. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  Printer Settings: Verify the printer settings in transaction SPAD. Ensure that the printer is correctly configured and that it is online and accessible.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to print the form.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the form processing to identify where the error occurs. This can help pinpoint issues in the form logic.
  
  
  Check Output Device: Ensure that the output device is correctly defined and available in the system. You can check this in transaction SPAD.
  
  
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMARTFORMS: For managing Smart Forms.
  SE71: For managing SAPscript forms.
  SPAD: For printer configuration.
  SLG1: For viewing application logs.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Smart Forms and SAPscript for best practices in form design and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FIKW_LOC558 error message in SAP.