How To Fix PFM_01CA044 - Error in form &1. Type &2 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_01CA - Generic messages for developments

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Error in form &1. Type &2 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_01CA044 - Error in form &1. Type &2 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message PFM_01CA044 indicates that there is an issue with a form in the SAP system, specifically that the type specified for the form is not valid. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's form management, which is used for generating various types of documents, such as invoices, purchase orders, or other forms.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Form Type: The error suggests that the form type specified in the configuration or during the execution of a transaction is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, an outdated form type, or a form that has not been properly defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the form, such as missing or incorrect entries in the form type definition.
  Transport Issues: If the form was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated or may be missing dependencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Form Type: Verify the form type specified in the transaction or configuration. Ensure that it matches the valid form types defined in the system.
  Review Form Configuration: Go to the form configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction codes like SMARTFORMS, SFP, or SE78 may be relevant depending on the form type) and check if the form is correctly defined and activated.
  Activate the Form: If the form has been recently created or modified, ensure that it has been activated. In the case of Smart Forms, you can do this in the Smart Forms transaction.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the form was transported from another system, ensure that all necessary objects and dependencies were included in the transport request and that they have been successfully imported into the target system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific form type you are working with for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms), SFP (for Adobe Forms), and SE78 (for SAP ArchiveLink).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to the specific error message or form type you are dealing with. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.