How To Fix FPUIFB101 - Layout type "Unknown" is no longer valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPUIFB - SAFPUI Message Class (Form Builder)

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Layout type "Unknown" is no longer valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPUIFB101 - Layout type "Unknown" is no longer valid ?

  The SAP error message FPUIFB101, which states that "Layout type 'Unknown' is no longer valid," typically occurs in the context of SAP Forms and is related to the layout configuration for forms used in financial processes, such as payment advice or invoices. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a layout type that is not recognized or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Layout Type: The layout type specified in the form configuration is either misspelled, deleted, or not defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the layout was transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or may be missing dependencies.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration or updates to the system may have rendered the layout type invalid.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the layout type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Layout Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SFP (Form Builder) and check the layout type being used in the form.
  Ensure that the layout type is correctly defined and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Correct the Layout Type:
  
  If the layout type is incorrect, update the form configuration to use a valid layout type.
  If the layout type has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Re-import the transport if necessary.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the layout type. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific form or layout type for any known issues or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SFP: Form Builder for managing forms and layouts.
  SE78: For managing SAP forms and layouts.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community or other forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FPUIFB101 error message.