How To Fix FM894 - PDF-based form &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM - Dunning Notices

• Message number: 894

• Message text: PDF-based form &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM894 - PDF-based form &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FM894 indicates that a PDF-based form specified in the system does not exist. This error typically occurs when you are trying to generate or print a PDF form that has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Form Not Created: The specified PDF-based form has not been created or activated in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Form Name: The form name provided in the program or transaction is incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: The form may exist in a different client or system and has not been transported to the current environment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the form.
  Form Deletion: The form may have been deleted or is in a state that prevents it from being accessed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Form Existence:
  
  Go to transaction SFP (Form Builder) and check if the form exists. You can search for the form by its name.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate the Form:
  
  If the form does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is not activated, activate it in the Form Builder.
  
  
  
  Verify Form Name:
  
  Ensure that the form name used in the program or transaction is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Transport the Form:
  
  If the form exists in another client or system, ensure that it is transported to the current environment. Use transaction SE09 or SE10 to manage transports.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the form. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SFP: Form Builder for PDF-based forms.
  SE80: Object Navigator, where you can also check for forms.
  SLG1: Application log for error messages.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for PDF forms and Smart Forms for more detailed information on creating and managing forms.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to PDF forms and the specific error message FM894.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.