How To Fix SMARTFORMS187 - Error when migrating &

SMARTFORMS187 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Error when migrating &

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SMARTFORMS187 - Details

• The SAP error message SMARTFORMS187 typically occurs during the migration of Smart Forms, particularly when there are issues related to the transport of Smart Forms or inconsistencies in the Smart Forms objects. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as missing objects, incorrect transport requests, or issues with the Smart Forms configuration.
  Cause
  
  Missing Objects: The Smart Form or its associated objects (like text elements, styles, or graphics) may not be included in the transport request.
  Inconsistent Versions: There may be inconsistencies between the versions of Smart Forms in the source and target systems.
  Transport Issues: Problems with the transport layer, such as incomplete transports or issues with the transport directory.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access or modify Smart Forms.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Transport Requests: Ensure that all relevant Smart Forms and their associated objects are included in the transport request. You can do this by checking the transport logs and ensuring that