How To Fix KY404 - Because of a form change the report cannot be executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Because of a form change the report cannot be executed

What causes this issue?

The report '&V1&' uses the form '&V2&', which was changed. Such a
change was made that the report could not be automatically adjusted.
No rows or columns were deleted. They were, however, active at the time
that the report was transferred to the report portfolio, and the report
uses a reference to this element.

System Response

The report cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

If possible, you should put the deleted rows or columns back in their
old place in the form '&V2&'.
You should delete the report and transfer a corresponding report into
the report portfolio.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY404 - Because of a form change the report cannot be executed ?

  The SAP error message KY404, which states "Because of a form change the report cannot be executed," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the form used in a report and the data or structure expected by that form. This can happen due to changes in the form layout, fields, or data structure that the report relies on.
  Causes:
  
  Form Changes: The form associated with the report has been modified (e.g., fields added, removed, or renamed).
  Data Structure Changes: Changes in the underlying data structure or database tables that the report pulls data from.
  Version Mismatch: The report is trying to use an outdated version of the form that does not match the current version in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from one environment to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been properly updated or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Form Version: Verify that the correct version of the form is being used. You may need to update the report to point to the latest version of the form.
  Recreate the Report: If the report is heavily dependent on the form, consider recreating it or adjusting it to align with the new form structure.
  Activate the Form: If the form has been recently changed, ensure that it has been activated in the SAP system.
  Review Changes: Check the change logs or documentation to understand what changes were made to the form and how they affect the report.
  Test in Development: If possible, test the report in a development environment to ensure that it works with the updated form before moving to production.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report and form to identify any known issues or required adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the KY404 error. SAP frequently publishes notes that provide solutions or workarounds for specific error messages.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE71 (SAPscript form), SMARTFORMS (Smart Forms), or SFP (Form Builder) to manage forms and reports.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KY404 error in your SAP environment.