How To Fix /IBS/RB628 - Form print terminated with SY-SUBRC &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IBS/RB -

• Message number: 628

• Message text: Form print terminated with SY-SUBRC &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IBS/RB628 - Form print terminated with SY-SUBRC & ?

  The SAP error message /IBS/RB628 Form print terminated with SY-SUBRC & typically indicates that there was an issue during the printing process of a form in the SAP system. The SY-SUBRC variable is a system field that indicates the return code of the last operation, which can help diagnose the specific issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Form Configuration Issues: The form being printed may not be configured correctly in SAPscript or Smart Forms.
  Output Device Problems: The output device (printer) may not be set up correctly or may be offline.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the print job.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being passed to the form, such as missing or incorrect data.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues in the SAP system, such as memory issues or system performance problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Verify that the form is correctly configured in the SAP system. Check the form's settings in transaction SMARTFORMS or SE71 (for SAPscript).
  Ensure that the form is activated and that there are no errors in the form design.
  
  
  
  Verify Output Device:
  
  Check the output device settings in transaction SPAD. Ensure that the printer is correctly configured and is online.
  Test the printer by printing a test page to ensure it is functioning properly.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the print job. Check the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Check Data Passed to the Form:
  
  Debug the program or function module that is calling the form to ensure that the data being passed is correct and complete.
  Look for any runtime errors or exceptions that may indicate issues with the data.
  
  
  
  Analyze System Logs:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Review the application log (transaction SLG1) for any relevant entries.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to the error message.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  SMARTFORMS: For Smart Forms management.
  SE71: For SAPscript form management.
  SPAD: For output device configuration.
  SU01: For user management.
  SM21: For system log analysis.
  SLG1: For application log analysis.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on form printing and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /IBS/RB628 Form print terminated with SY-SUBRC &.