How To Fix HRFORMS027 - MetaStars that are not allowed in form class &1 are inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFORMS - Messages for HR Form Builder

• Message number: 027

• Message text: MetaStars that are not allowed in form class &1 are inactive

What causes this issue?

MetaNet &V2& contains MetaStars that cannot be used in forms of form
class &V1&. These MetaStars are displayed as inactive (gray) in the
tree.

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?

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 HRFORMS027 - MetaStars that are not allowed in form class &1 are inactive ?

  The SAP error message HRFORMS027 indicates that there are MetaStars (or placeholders) that are not allowed in the specified form class, and as a result, they are inactive. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP HR forms, particularly when working with SAP Interactive Forms by Adobe or other HR-related forms.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid MetaStars: The form class you are using does not support certain MetaStars that are included in your form. MetaStars are placeholders that represent dynamic data fields in the form.
  Configuration Issues: The form class may not be properly configured to recognize or allow the specified MetaStars.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the version of the form and the expected MetaStars for that version.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use certain MetaStars in the form class.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Form Class Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the form class in transaction HRFORMS or SFP (for Adobe forms).
  Ensure that the MetaStars you are trying to use are indeed allowed in the specified form class.
  
  
  
  Update MetaStars:
  
  If certain MetaStars are not allowed, consider removing them from the form or replacing them with valid ones that are supported by the form class.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific form class to understand which MetaStars are permitted.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Form Class:
  
  If possible, test the form with a different form class that supports the required MetaStars.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the MetaStars in the form.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as HRFORMS for form management and SFP for Adobe form processing.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it involves a bug or a deeper configuration issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRFORMS027 error and implement a suitable solution.