How To Fix SMARTFORMS132 - Unknown format <&1> (change style name &2 in the Output options)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Unknown format <&1> (change style name &2 in the Output options)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS132 - Unknown format <&1> (change style name &2 in the Output options) ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS132 indicates that there is an issue with the formatting of a Smart Form. Specifically, it states that an unknown format has been encountered, which is typically related to the style name used in the output options of the Smart Form.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Style Name: The style name specified in the Smart Form's output options does not exist or is misspelled.
  Deleted or Inactive Style: The style that was previously used has been deleted or is no longer active in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the Smart Form or its associated styles were transported from one system to another, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SMARTFORMS132 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Style Name:
  
  Open the Smart Form in transaction SMARTFORMS.
  Navigate to the output options and verify the style name specified.
  Ensure that the style name is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Style Existence:
  
  Go to transaction SE78 (SAPScript Forms) or SE71 (SAPscript) to check if the style exists.
  If the style is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletions:
  
  If the style was recently deleted, you may need to recreate it or adjust the Smart Form to use a different, valid style.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the Smart Form was transported, ensure that all related objects (including styles) were transported correctly.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or missing objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the Smart Form again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms: Smart Forms is a tool in SAP for designing and maintaining forms for print layout.
  Styles in Smart Forms: Styles define the layout and formatting of the Smart Form output. They can include font settings, paragraph formats, and other layout specifications.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: To create or modify Smart Forms.
  SE78: To manage SAPscript forms and styles.
  SE71: To create or modify SAPscript forms.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.