How To Fix SMARTFORMS085 - Preview not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Preview not possible

Self-Explanatory Message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS085 - Preview not possible ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS085: Preview not possible typically occurs when there is an issue with the Smart Form you are trying to preview. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Form Name: The Smart Form name you are trying to preview may not exist or may be incorrectly specified.
  Transport Issues: If the Smart Form has been transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or execute the Smart Form.
  Errors in the Smart Form: There may be errors in the Smart Form itself, such as missing fields, incorrect data types, or logical errors in the form logic.
  Missing Function Module: The function module associated with the Smart Form may not be generated or may be missing.
  Data Issues: The data being passed to