How To Fix PFM_12FI_AP044 - Error in form &1. Type &2 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_12FI_AP - Message class for FI: payment authorization

• 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_12FI_AP044 - Error in form &1. Type &2 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message PFM_12FI_AP044 typically indicates that there is an issue with a form in the SAP system, specifically that the type of the form being referenced is not valid. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of a financial transaction or when generating reports.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Form Type: The form type specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist or is not recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the form settings or the form itself may not be properly defined in the system.
  Missing or Inactive Forms: The form might not be activated or could be missing from the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified form type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to form management (e.g., SMARTFORMS, SE71 for SAPscript).
  Verify that the form type specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Activate the Form:
  
  If the form is inactive, activate it using the appropriate transaction code.
  
  
  
  Review Form Type:
  
  Ensure that the form type being used is valid and corresponds to the expected format for the transaction or report.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the form.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific form type and error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SMARTFORMS, SE71, or SFP (for Adobe forms) to manage and troubleshoot forms.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message PFM_12FI_AP044 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for additional error messages or context that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the PFM_12FI_AP044 error message in SAP.