How To Fix SMARTFORMS070 - Element & from data stream not recognized

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Element & from data stream not recognized

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS070 - Element & from data stream not recognized ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS070 indicates that there is an issue with a Smart Form where an element from the data stream is not recognized. This typically occurs when the Smart Form is trying to access a field or element that does not exist in the data structure being passed to it.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Field Name: The field name specified in the Smart Form does not match any field in the data structure.
  Data Structure Changes: The underlying data structure (like a table or structure) has been changed, and the Smart Form has not been updated to reflect these changes.
  Missing Data: The data being passed to the Smart Form does not include the expected fields.
  Typographical Errors: There may be typographical errors in the field names used in the Smart Form.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the field in the Smart Form does not match the data type of the field in the data structure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Names: Verify that the field names used in the Smart Form match exactly with those in the data structure. Pay attention to case sensitivity and spelling.
  Update Smart Form: If the data structure has changed, update the Smart Form to include the new fields or remove references to fields that no longer exist.
  Debugging: Use the debugging tools in SAP to trace the data being passed to the Smart Form. Ensure that all expected fields are present in the data stream.
  Test Data: Ensure that the data being passed to the Smart Form is complete and contains all necessary fields.
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the fields in the Smart Form match those in the data structure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Smart Forms to understand how to properly define and use fields.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SMARTFORMS to access and edit Smart Forms, and SE11 to view data dictionary objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or bugs related to Smart Forms.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SMARTFORMS070 error message.