How To Fix SMARTFORMS020 - You cannot switch to change mode/display mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 020

• Message text: You cannot switch to change mode/display mode

What causes this issue?

Switching between modes can be disallowed if:
The original language of the form is different to the logon language
when you switch to change mode
The form just created is not saved if you switch to display mode

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS020 - You cannot switch to change mode/display mode ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS020 indicates that you cannot switch to change mode or display mode for a Smart Form. This error typically arises due to several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the Smart Form.
  Transport Lock: The Smart Form might be locked for transport, preventing changes.
  Form Not Found: The specified Smart Form may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues with the SAP system or the Smart Forms environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and modify Smart Forms. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after attempting to access the Smart Form.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Lock:
  
  Use transaction SE01 or SE09 to check if the Smart Form is locked for transport. If it is, you may need to unlock it or wait until the transport is completed.
  
  
  
  Verify Smart Form Existence:
  
  Confirm that the Smart Form you are trying to access actually exists. You can do this by using transaction SMARTFORMS and entering the name of the Smart Form.
  
  
  
  Technical Issues:
  
  If there are technical issues, consider restarting the SAP GUI or checking for any system-wide issues that may be affecting Smart Forms.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes bugs in the system can cause such issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: To access Smart Forms.
  SE80: Object Navigator, where you can also find Smart Forms.
  SE01 or SE09: To check transport requests.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP provides documentation on Smart Forms, which can be helpful in understanding how to work with them and troubleshoot issues.
  
  
  
  Community Forums:
  
  Consider checking SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion boards for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.