How To Fix SMARTFORMS072 - The form type &1 to be loaded is not of the current type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 072

• Message text: The form type &1 to be loaded is not of the current type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS072 - The form type &1 to be loaded is not of the current type ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS072 indicates that there is a mismatch between the form type you are trying to load and the expected form type in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to use a Smart Form that is not compatible with the current context or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Form Type Mismatch: The form you are trying to load is not of the expected type (e.g., you might be trying to load a Smart Form when the system expects a different type of form).
  Incorrect Form Name: The name of the Smart Form you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the Smart Form was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing components.
  Version Issues: There may be multiple versions of the Smart Form, and the system is trying to access a version that is not compatible.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Form Type: Ensure that the form you are trying to load is indeed a Smart Form and is compatible with the context in which you are using it.
  Verify Form Name: Double-check the name of the Smart Form you are trying to access. Make sure it is spelled correctly and exists in the system.
  Transport Check: If the form was transported, ensure that all necessary components were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  Use Transaction SMARTFORMS: Go to transaction SMARTFORMS and check the form definition. Ensure that it is active and correctly configured.
  Check for Versions: If there are multiple versions of the Smart Form, ensure you are using the correct version that is compatible with your application.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the code that calls the Smart Form to see what parameters are being passed and where the error occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Smart Forms for more details on how to create and manage forms.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.