How To Fix SMARTFORMS151 - Types from type groups are not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Types from type groups are not supported

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS151 - Types from type groups are not supported ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS151 indicates that there is an issue with the types being used in a Smart Form. Specifically, it means that the types from type groups are not supported in the context where they are being used. This typically occurs when you are trying to use a data type that is defined in a type group, which is not allowed in Smart Forms.
  Cause:
  
  Type Group Usage: The error usually arises when you are trying to use a data type that is defined in a type group (e.g., a structure or table type) directly in the Smart Form.
  Incompatible Data Types: Smart Forms do not support certain types of data structures, especially those that are defined in type groups.
  Incorrect Data Declaration: If you have declared a variable in the Smart Form that references a type from a type group, it will lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Standard Data Types: Instead of using types from type groups, use standard data types or structures that are not defined in type groups. You can create your own structures in the ABAP Dictionary that do not rely on type groups.
  Redefine Structures: If you need to use a specific structure, consider redefining it in a way that does not involve type groups. You can create a new structure in the ABAP Dictionary that mimics the required fields without using the type group.
  Check Data Declaration: Review the data declarations in your Smart Form. Ensure that you are not using any types from type groups. If you are, replace them with compatible types.
  Use ABAP Code: If necessary, you can write ABAP code to fetch the data you need and pass it to the Smart Form in a compatible format.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Smart Forms to understand the limitations and supported data types.
  ABAP Dictionary: Familiarize yourself with the ABAP Dictionary to create and manage your own data types and structures.
  Debugging: Use the debugging tools in SAP to trace where the error is occurring and to inspect the data types being used in your Smart Form.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMARTFORMS151 error and successfully use the required data in your Smart Form.