How To Fix LAW2_MESSAGES401 - Error creating smart form: &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAW2_MESSAGES - LAW 2.0 Message Class

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Error creating smart form: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES401 - Error creating smart form: &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message LAW2_MESSAGES401, which indicates an issue with creating a smart form, typically arises due to several potential causes. Here’s a breakdown of the possible causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Form Name: The smart form name specified may not exist or may be incorrectly referenced.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify smart forms.
  Technical Errors: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the SAP system or database inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the smart form is being transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport request.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters passed to the smart form may be incorrect or incomplete.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Smart Form Name: Verify that the smart form name you are trying to create or modify is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify smart forms. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Check for Technical Issues: Look for any system logs or dumps (using transaction ST22) that might provide more information about the error. You can also check transaction SM21 for system logs.
  Transport Request: If the smart form is being transported, ensure that the transport request is correctly configured and that all dependencies are included.
  Parameter Validation: Review the parameters being passed to the smart form to ensure they are correct and complete. You can test the smart form in transaction SMARTFORMS to see if it works with sample data.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the smart form to identify where the error occurs. This can provide insights into what might be going wrong.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMARTFORMS: To create or modify smart forms.
  SE80: Object Navigator, where you can find smart forms and related objects.
  SE37: Function Module, to check if the function module associated with the smart form is working correctly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.