How To Fix RSRD650 - PDF-based form &1 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 650

• Message text: PDF-based form &1 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD650 - PDF-based form &1 not found ?

  The SAP error message RSRD650 indicates that a PDF-based form specified in a report or application is not found. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to generate or display a report that relies on a specific PDF form.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Form: The specified PDF form does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created, deleted, or not properly uploaded.
  Incorrect Configuration: The report or application may be incorrectly configured to point to a non-existent or incorrect form.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the form.
  Transport Issues: If the form was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Form Existence: Verify that the PDF form exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or area where forms are managed (e.g., transaction SFP for Adobe forms).
  Correct Configuration: Ensure that the report or application is correctly configured to reference the existing PDF form. Check the settings in the report or application to ensure they point to the correct form name and path.
  User Authorization: Check the user’s authorization to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access the form. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Transport Verification: If the form was transported from another system, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Recreate the Form: If the form is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SFP (for Adobe forms) or SE80 (for object navigator) to manage forms.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to PDF forms and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to form management and report generation for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RSRD650 error and implement a solution.