How To Fix LAY074 - Layout module &1 is not assigned to layout &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LAY - Maintain Message Class: LAY

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Layout module &1 is not assigned to layout &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LAY074 - Layout module &1 is not assigned to layout &2 ?

  The SAP error message LAY074 indicates that a specific layout module is not assigned to a particular layout. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's layout management, particularly when dealing with forms, reports, or print layouts in modules like SAPscript or Smart Forms.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Assignment: The layout module (e.g., a form or a specific layout configuration) has not been assigned to the layout in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: The layout might be incorrectly configured or the module might have been deleted or renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the layout was transported from one system to another, the assignment might not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LAY074 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Layout Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to the layout you are working with (e.g., SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms or SE71 for SAPscript).
  Verify that the layout module is correctly assigned to the layout. You can do this by checking the layout settings in the respective transaction.
  
  
  
  Assign the Layout Module:
  
  If the layout module is not assigned, you can assign it by navigating to the layout configuration and linking the appropriate module to the layout.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including layout assignments, were included and transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions or Renames:
  
  Ensure that the layout module has not been deleted or renamed. If it has, you may need to recreate the module or update the layout to point to the correct module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the layout module and layout configuration you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMARTFORMS: For Smart Forms layout management.
  SE71: For SAPscript layout management.
  SE78: For managing SAP ArchiveLink and forms.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to layout management that might address this error.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program execution to see where the assignment is failing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LAY074 error and ensure that your layout module is correctly assigned to the desired layout.