How To Fix SMARTFORMS182 - The number of lines per inch must be greater than zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 182

• Message text: The number of lines per inch must be greater than zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS182 - The number of lines per inch must be greater than zero ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS182 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the line spacing in a Smart Form. Specifically, the error states that "The number of lines per inch must be greater than zero." This typically occurs when the line spacing settings in the Smart Form are incorrectly configured or set to an invalid value.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Line Spacing Configuration: The line spacing (lines per inch) has been set to zero or a negative value in the Smart Form.
  Default Settings: If the default settings for line spacing have not been properly defined, it may lead to this error.
  Form Layout Issues: The layout of the Smart Form may not be correctly set up, leading to this error when trying to print or preview the form.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Open the Smart Form:
  
  Go to transaction code SMARTFORMS and open the Smart Form that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check the Page Settings:
  
  Navigate to the Page node in the Smart Form.
  Check the Page Format settings and ensure that the Lines per Inch value is set to a valid positive number (greater than zero).
  
  
  
  Adjust the Line Spacing:
  
  If you find that the lines per inch value is set to zero or a negative number, change it to a positive value (e.g., 6 lines per inch is a common setting).
  
  
  
  Review the Text Elements:
  
  Check any text elements or windows that may have specific line spacing settings. Ensure that they are also configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the Smart Form and activate it.
  
  
  
  Test the Form:
  
  Test the Smart Form by executing it to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to Smart Forms and this specific error.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation on Smart Forms for best practices on configuring forms and understanding layout settings.
  Community Forums: If the issue persists, consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMARTFORMS182 error and successfully configure your Smart Form for printing.