How To Fix SMARTFORMS209 - No active version of form & exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 209

• Message text: No active version of form & exists

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 SMARTFORMS209 - No active version of form & exists ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS209 indicates that there is no active version of the specified Smart Form available in the system. This typically occurs when you try to execute or print a Smart Form that has not been activated or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Form: The Smart Form has not been activated after creation or modification.
  Deleted Form: The Smart Form may have been deleted or is not available in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the Smart Form was transported from one system to another, it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Versioning: The specific version of the Smart Form you are trying to access may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Smart Form:
  
  Go to transaction code SMARTFORMS.
  Enter the name of the Smart Form that is causing the error.
  Check if the form is inactive. If it is, activate it by clicking on the "Activate" button.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion:
  
  Ensure that the Smart Form has not been deleted. You can check this in the Smart Forms transaction or by looking for it in the relevant development environment.
  
  
  
  Transport the Smart Form:
  
  If the Smart Form was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system. You may need to re-transport or activate it manually.
  
  
  
  Check Versioning:
  
  If you are using a specific version of the Smart Form, ensure that the version exists and is active. You can check the version history in the Smart Forms transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the Smart Form's status or need further assistance, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP Basis or development team for support.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: To create, modify, and activate Smart Forms.
  SE80: Object Navigator, where you can also find Smart Forms.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to Smart Forms and this error message.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program that is calling the Smart Form to ensure that the correct form name is being used.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMARTFORMS209 error and successfully use the Smart Form in your SAP environment.