How To Fix SMARTFORMS152 - Missing default value in constant declaration &1 (enter a value)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Missing default value in constant declaration &1 (enter a value)

What causes this issue?

The "Constant" checkbox defines that the variable value can no longer
be changed after definition. Therefore, a default value has to be
specified.

System Response

The operation was canceled.

How to fix this error?

Enter a default value for the constant. The default value SPACE can be
used for characters and character strings.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS152 - Missing default value in constant declaration &1 (enter a value) ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS152 indicates that there is a missing default value in a constant declaration within a Smart Form. This error typically occurs when you have defined a constant in your Smart Form but have not provided a default value for it.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A constant is declared in the Smart Form without an associated default value.
  The constant is expected to have a value assigned to it, but it is left empty.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to provide a default value for the constant that is causing the issue. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Open the Smart Form: Go to the Smart Forms transaction (SMARTFORMS) and open the Smart Form that is generating the error.
  
  
  Navigate to the Constants: In the Smart Form, navigate to the "Global Settings" or "Form Interface" section where constants are defined.
  
  
  Locate the Constant: Find the constant that is mentioned in the error message (the placeholder &1 will be replaced with the actual constant name).
  
  
  Assign a Default Value: Click on the constant and provide a default value in the appropriate field. Ensure that the value is valid and meets the requirements of your Smart Form logic.
  
  
  Save and Activate: After assigning the default value, save your changes and activate the Smart Form.
  
  
  Test the Smart Form: Execute the Smart Form to ensure that the error has been resolved and that the form behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms: Smart Forms is a tool in SAP that allows users to create and maintain forms for mass printing in a graphical interface.
  Constants in Smart Forms: Constants are used to define fixed values that can be reused throughout the Smart Form, making it easier to manage and update values.
  Error Handling: Always check the context of the error message and ensure that all required fields and values are properly defined in your Smart Form.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider checking for other related constants or variables that may also need default values, or consult SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.