How To Fix PV018 - Form & either does not exist or is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Form & either does not exist or is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV018 - Form & either does not exist or is not active ?

  The SAP error message PV018 indicates that a specific form (in this case, a personnel form) either does not exist or is not active in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of HR processes, particularly when generating or processing personnel-related documents.
  Cause:
  
  Form Not Created: The specified form has not been created in the SAP system.
  Form Not Active: The form exists but is not activated or is set to inactive status.
  Incorrect Form Name: There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the form name in the configuration or program.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the form.
  Configuration Issues: The form may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Form Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE51 (for HR forms) or PC00_M10_CEDT (for specific forms) to check if the form exists.
  Verify the form name and ensure it is correctly referenced in the program or configuration.
  
  
  
  Activate the Form:
  
  If the form exists but is inactive, you can activate it using the same transaction code (PE51) or through the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the form is properly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant infotypes or customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the form. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific form to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed for its creation and activation.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific form.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: PE51 (for form maintenance), PC00_M10_CEDT (for specific HR forms).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to the form in question.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal provides extensive documentation on HR forms and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PV018 error and implement the necessary solution.