How To Fix KY278 - New page required due to change in print orientation (print module no. &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 278

• Message text: New page required due to change in print orientation (print module no. &)

What causes this issue?

You have chosen a different print orientation for print module no. &V1&
than you chose for the previous one. This automatically requires a new
page.

System Response

Your selection in the field 'New page' was overwritten by the system.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY278 - New page required due to change in print orientation (print module no. &) ?

  The SAP error message KY278 indicates that a new page is required due to a change in print orientation in the print module. This typically occurs when the print settings for a document or report are configured to switch between portrait and landscape orientations, which necessitates starting a new page to accommodate the change.
  Cause:
  
  Print Orientation Change: The error is triggered when the print orientation changes from portrait to landscape or vice versa within the same document. This can happen if different sections of the document are set to different orientations.
  Print Layout Configuration: The layout settings in the SAPscript or Smart Forms may have been configured incorrectly, leading to inconsistencies in the print orientation.
  Multiple Page Formats: If the document is designed to include multiple page formats, the system may not handle the transition smoothly, resulting in this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Print Layout: Review the print layout settings in the SAPscript or Smart Forms. Ensure that the orientation is consistent throughout the document. If different sections require different orientations, consider separating them into different print jobs.
  Adjust Page Format Settings: If you are using Smart Forms, check the page format settings. Ensure that the page format is set correctly for the entire document or for each section that requires a different orientation.
  Modify Print Program: If you have access to the print program, you may need to modify it to handle the orientation changes more gracefully. This could involve adding logic to manage page breaks or orientation changes.
  Test Printing: After making changes, perform a test print to ensure that the error does not occur and that the document prints as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to printing and orientation changes. SAP frequently updates its documentation and may have specific notes addressing this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Smart Forms and SAPscript to understand how to manage page formats and orientations effectively.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same problem and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By addressing the print layout and ensuring consistency in orientation settings, you should be able to resolve the KY278 error and successfully print your documents.