How To Fix PT085 - Margins exceed page width

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT - Messages for ABAP print functions

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Margins exceed page width

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT085 - Margins exceed page width ?

  The SAP error message PT085, which states "Margins exceed page width," typically occurs when the layout settings for a report or document exceed the printable area of the page. This can happen in various SAP modules, especially when dealing with print layouts, forms, or reports.
  Cause:
  
  Page Layout Settings: The margins set in the print layout are too wide, causing the content to extend beyond the printable area of the page.
  Form Design: The design of the form or report may have elements (like text boxes, tables, or images) that are positioned too close to the edges of the page.
  Printer Settings: The printer settings may have a smaller printable area than what is defined in the SAP layout.
  Page Size Mismatch: The page size defined in the SAP layout may not match the actual paper size being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Margins:
  
  Go to the layout settings of the report or form in SAP.
  Reduce the margin settings to ensure that they fit within the printable area of the page.
  
  
  
  Modify Form Design:
  
  Open the form in the SAPscript or Smart Forms editor.
  Check the positioning of all elements and ensure they are within the defined page boundaries.
  Resize or reposition elements as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Printer Settings:
  
  Verify the printer settings to ensure that the correct paper size and margins are set.
  Make sure the printer can handle the page size defined in the SAP layout.
  
  
  
  Change Page Size:
  
  If the layout is designed for a specific page size (e.g., A4, Letter), ensure that the correct size is selected in the print settings.
  Adjust the layout to match the actual paper size being used.
  
  
  
  Test Print:
  
  After making adjustments, perform a test print to ensure that the error is resolved and that the document prints correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAPscript and Smart Forms: These are tools used in SAP for designing print layouts. Familiarity with these tools can help in troubleshooting layout issues.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SMARTFORMS or SE71 (for SAPscript) to access and modify the form layouts.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on designing forms and reports to avoid layout issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PT085 error and ensure that your documents print correctly without exceeding the page width.