How To Fix SMARTFORMS125 - Invalid paragraph format &1 (enter another format)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Invalid paragraph format &1 (enter another format)

What causes this issue?

A non-defined paragraph format was specified.

System Response

Processing is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Specify a paragraph that is already defined in the form or create a new
paragraph in the relevant text style, which can then be used here.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS125 - Invalid paragraph format &1 (enter another format) ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS125 indicates that there is an issue with the paragraph format specified in a Smart Form. This error typically occurs when the paragraph format being referenced does not exist or is not defined correctly in the Smart Form.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Paragraph Format: The specified paragraph format does not exist in the system or is misspelled.
  Missing Format Definition: The paragraph format may not have been created or activated in the Smart Forms.
  Transport Issues: If the Smart Form was transported from another system, the paragraph format may not have been included in the transport request.
  Changes in the Environment: Changes in the SAP environment or updates may have affected the availability of the paragraph format.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Paragraph Format:
  
  Go to the Smart Forms transaction (SMARTFORMS).
  Open the Smart Form that is generating the error.
  Navigate to the paragraph format settings and verify that the specified format exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new paragraph format or correct the reference to an existing one.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Paragraph Format:
  
  If the paragraph format is missing, create a new one by going to the Paragraph Formats section in the Smart Form.
  Ensure that the format name is correctly spelled and matches the reference in the Smart Form.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the Smart Form was transported, ensure that all related objects, including paragraph formats, were included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or missing objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the Smart Form to ensure that the error is resolved.
  Use the print preview function to verify that the output is as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on creating and managing paragraph formats in Smart Forms.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms: A tool in SAP for designing and maintaining forms for print layout.
  Paragraph Formats: Define the formatting of text in Smart Forms, including font size, style, alignment, and other attributes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional solutions related to Smart Forms and paragraph formats.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.