How To Fix FPAPICHK203 - &1&2&3&4: Properties of static image affect performance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPAPICHK - SAFPAPI Message Class (Check)

• Message number: 203

• Message text: &1&2&3&4: Properties of static image affect performance

What causes this issue?

One or more properties of this static image in the form layout do not
provide optimum performance. The graphics format of the image might not
meet the recommendations; the image might not be embedded; or the image
might not be in its original size.

System Response

How to fix this error?

You can change the properties of the image in LiveCycle Designer as
follows:
Use one of the following graphics formats: JPEG, PNG, TIF, or GIF.
Use the image in its original size. This may require you to edit the
image before you can insert it in the form layout.
Embed the image in the form layout.
For more information, see the online help for LiveCycle Designer.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPAPICHK203 - &1&2&3&4: Properties of static image affect performance ?

  The SAP error message FPAPICHK203 indicates that there are properties of a static image that may negatively affect performance. This message typically arises in the context of SAP applications that deal with graphical content, such as SAP Fiori or SAP UI5 applications.
  Cause:
  The error message FPAPICHK203 is triggered when the properties of a static image (such as size, format, or resolution) are not optimized for performance. Common causes include:
  
  Large Image Size: The image file size is too large, which can lead to longer loading times.
  High Resolution: The image resolution is higher than necessary for display purposes, which can also increase file size.
  Unsupported Formats: Using image formats that are not optimized for web use (e.g., BMP or TIFF instead of JPEG or PNG).
  Improper Compression: Images that are not properly compressed can take up more bandwidth and slow down loading times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FPAPICHK203 error, consider the following solutions:
  
  
  Optimize Image Size:
  
  Reduce the dimensions of the image to the maximum size needed for display.
  Use image editing tools to resize images appropriately.
  
  
  
  Compress Images:
  
  Use image compression tools (like TinyPNG, ImageOptim, or Photoshop) to reduce file size without significantly affecting quality.
  Choose the right compression settings based on the image type (lossy for photographs, lossless for graphics).
  
  
  
  Use Appropriate Formats:
  
  Convert images to web-friendly formats such as JPEG for photographs and PNG for graphics with transparency.
  Consider using modern formats like WebP for better compression and quality.
  
  
  
  Lazy Loading:
  
  Implement lazy loading for images, which loads images only when they are in the viewport, reducing initial load time.
  
  
  
  Content Delivery Network (CDN):
  
  Use a CDN to serve images, which can improve load times by caching images closer to the user.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor the performance of your SAP applications to identify any bottlenecks related to image loading.
  Best Practices: Follow best practices for web performance optimization, including minimizing HTTP requests, using caching, and optimizing assets.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes and documentation for any specific recommendations or updates related to image handling in your version of SAP.
  
  By addressing the properties of static images as outlined above, you can improve the performance of your SAP applications and resolve the FPAPICHK203 error.