How To Fix HRPBSUS018 - SAPscript: error in CLOSE_FORM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSUS - Message Class For Public Sector(USA)

• Message number: 018

• Message text: SAPscript: error in CLOSE_FORM

A SAPscript error has occurred in CLOSE_FORM.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSUS018 - SAPscript: error in CLOSE_FORM ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSUS018 indicates that there is an issue with the SAPscript form during the execution of a print operation, specifically related to the CLOSE_FORM function. This error typically occurs when there is a problem with the form definition or the data being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Form Definition Issues: The SAPscript form may not be correctly defined or may be missing elements that are required for proper execution.
  Data Issues: The data being passed to the form may be incomplete or not in the expected format, leading to errors during processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the form or access the required data.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as memory problems or system configuration issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE71 (SAPscript form maintenance) and check the form definition for any inconsistencies or missing elements.
  Ensure that all required text elements and windows are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Verify the data being passed to the form. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that the data types match the expected formats.
  You can use transaction SE38 to run the relevant report in debug mode to see the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the print job has the necessary authorizations to access the form and the data.
  Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Review system logs for any related errors that might provide more context (transaction SM21 for system logs).
  Check for memory issues or other system performance problems that could affect the execution of the form.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Data:
  
  If possible, test the form with different sets of data to see if the issue is data-specific.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE71: SAPscript form maintenance
  SE78: SAPscript form management
  SE38: Execute programs
  SM21: System log
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Always check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the HRPBSUS018 error in SAPscript.