How To Fix FV073 - Form & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV - Electronic Banking Messages

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Form & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The form ID &V1& specified on the configuration screen could not be
found or the form stored under this ID does not exist.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV073 - Form & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FV073 ("Form & does not exist") typically occurs when the system is unable to find a specified form that is required for processing a financial transaction, such as a payment or invoice. This error can arise in various contexts, particularly when dealing with financial documents or reports.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Form: The specified form has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Form Name: The form name specified in the transaction or configuration is incorrect or misspelled.
  Form Not Activated: The form exists but has not been activated or is not assigned to the relevant application.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the form.
  Transport Issues: If the form was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code SMARTFORMS or SE71 (for SAPscript) and check if the form exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or import it from another system.
  
  
  
  Verify Form Name:
  
  Ensure that the form name used in the transaction is correct. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Activate the Form:
  
  If the form exists but is not activated, activate it using the appropriate transaction code (SMARTFORMS or SE71).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the form. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the form was recently transported, verify that the transport request was successful and that the form is properly activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific form or transaction to ensure that all prerequisites are met.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: For managing Smart Forms.
  SE71: For managing SAPscript forms.
  SE78: For managing SAP ArchiveLink and forms.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific form or transaction.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the FV073 error in your SAP system.