How To Fix SMARTFORMS032 - Unable to insert event node for beginning or end of sort level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Unable to insert event node for beginning or end of sort level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS032 - Unable to insert event node for beginning or end of sort level ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS032 indicates that there is an issue with the sorting levels in a Smart Form. Specifically, it means that the system is unable to insert an event node for the beginning or end of a sort level. This typically occurs when there is a problem with the configuration of the sort levels in the Smart Form.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Sort Level Configuration: The sort levels may not be properly defined or may be conflicting with each other.
  Missing Nodes: The required nodes for the sort levels may be missing or incorrectly placed in the Smart Form.
  Hierarchy Issues: The hierarchy of the nodes may not be correctly set up, leading to issues when trying to insert sort events.
  Data Structure Issues: The data structure being used in the Smart Form may not align with the expected sort levels.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Sort Level Configuration:
  
  Open the Smart Form in the Smart Forms transaction (SMARTFORMS).
  Navigate to the "Sort Levels" section and ensure that all sort levels are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the sort levels are logically ordered and do not conflict with each other.
  
  
  
  Verify Node Placement:
  
  Ensure that the nodes for the beginning and end of the sort levels are correctly placed in the Smart Form.
  Check that the nodes are not missing and are properly linked to the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchy:
  
  Check the hierarchy of the nodes in the Smart Form. Ensure that parent-child relationships are correctly established.
  Make sure that the nodes are not nested incorrectly, which could lead to issues with sorting.
  
  
  
  Examine Data Structure:
  
  Review the data structure being used in the Smart Form. Ensure that it matches the expected format for the sort levels.
  If necessary, adjust the data structure or the Smart Form to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  
  Test the Smart Form:
  
  After making changes, test the Smart Form to see if the error persists.
  Use sample data to verify that the sorting works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Smart Forms to understand the configuration and usage of sort levels.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SMARTFORMS032 error in your Smart Form.