How To Fix FPUIFB104 - This layout type change is not valid

FPUIFB104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 104

• Message text: This layout type change is not valid

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to change the layout type from "ZCI" to "xACF".
This change is not possible.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you have an older version of this form with the layout type "xACF",
you can retrieve it in version management.
Otherwise, you have to create the form again with the layout type "xACF"
using objects from the appropriate LiveCycle Designer libraries.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPUIFB104 - This layout type change is not valid ?

  The SAP error message FPUIFB104, which states "This layout type change is not valid," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) or similar modules where layout types are used for forms or reports. This error indicates that there is an issue with changing the layout type of a form or report that is not permissible under the current configuration or context.
  Causes:
  
  Incompatible Layout Types: The layout type you are trying to change to may not be compatible with the current settings or data structure.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be existing data that does not conform to the new layout type, leading to conflicts.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict certain layout type changes based on business rules or settings.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to layout types.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Compatibility: Verify that the layout type you are trying to switch to