How To Fix GB303 - User exit form pool & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GB - Messages used by the Boolean code generator

• Message number: 303

• Message text: User exit form pool & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The user exit formpool &V1& is not available. A possible reason is, for
example, because of the system transport of validations and/or
substitutions. Formpools for user exits cannot be copied across
systems.

System Response

The coding for the call up of the user exit is not generated and/or the
the condition check contains a syntax error.

How to fix this error?

Create the formpool for the user exit. You can find information on how
to do so under <DS:DE.EX_PROG>User exit formpools</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GB303 - User exit form pool & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "GB303 User exit form pool & does not exist" typically indicates that the system is trying to access a user exit or a form pool that has not been defined or is not available in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a report, transaction, or when trying to print documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing User Exit: The specified user exit form pool is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing implementation or a misconfiguration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the user exit may be incorrect, leading the system to look for a non-existent form pool.
  Transport Issues: If the user exit was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the user exit may not have been created or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Exit Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) and check if the user exit form pool exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or implement it as required.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If you have custom code that references the user exit, ensure that the code is correct and that it points to the right form pool.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the user exit was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport requests to ensure that they were imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Activation:
  
  If the user exit exists but is not activated, you may need to activate it in the development environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the user exit to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a standard SAP user exit.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Exits: User exits are predefined points in SAP programs where you can add your own custom code. They are often used to enhance standard SAP functionality without modifying the original code.
  Form Pools: Form pools are used in SAP to manage the layout and design of print forms. They contain the logic for how data is presented in printed documents.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE80, SE37, and SE38 for managing and debugging user exits and form pools.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.