How To Fix FMCA_ISR108 - Form type &1 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_ISR - Form Handling

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Form type &1 is unknown

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_ISR108 - Form type &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_ISR108, which states "Form type &1 is unknown," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Interactive Forms (Adobe Forms) when the system cannot recognize or find the specified form type. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Form Type: The form type specified in the configuration or in the program may not exist or may be misspelled.
  Form Not Activated: The form may not be activated in the system, meaning it has not been properly published or is not available for use.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, or the transport request may not have included all necessary components.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified form type.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the form type in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Form Type: Verify that the form type specified in the error message is correct. Check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  Activate the Form: If the form is not activated, go to the transaction code SFP (Form Builder) and check if the form is active. If not, activate it.
  Transport Check: If the form was recently transported, ensure that all necessary components were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the form or check the transport logs for errors.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the form. You may need to check the user's roles and authorizations.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the form type in the SAP system. Ensure that all settings are correct and complete.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SFP: Form Builder for creating and managing Adobe Forms.
  SFP: You can also use transaction code SMARTFORMS if you are dealing with Smart Forms.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Interactive Forms and Adobe Forms for more detailed information on configuration and usage.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.