How To Fix SMARTFORMS267 - Table/template does not contain a row type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 267

• Message text: Table/template does not contain a row type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS267 - Table/template does not contain a row type ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS267 indicates that there is an issue with a Smart Form where the specified table or template does not contain a row type. This typically occurs when you are trying to use a table in a Smart Form that has not been properly defined or does not have the necessary structure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Row Type: The table or template you are trying to use in your Smart Form does not have a defined row type. This means that the Smart Form cannot determine how to display the data.
  Incorrect Table Definition: The table may not be correctly defined in the Smart Form or may not be linked to the correct data structure.
  Data Structure Issues: The data structure you are trying to use may not be compatible with the Smart Form, or it may not contain the expected fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Definition:
  
  Open the Smart Form in transaction SMARTFORMS.
  Navigate to the table or template that is causing the issue.
  Ensure that the table has a defined row type. You can do this by checking the properties of the table and ensuring that a row type is assigned.
  
  
  
  Define Row Type:
  
  If the row type is missing, you need to create a new row type or assign an existing one.
  Go to the "Global Settings" of the Smart Form and define a new row type that matches the structure of the data you are trying to display.
  
  
  
  Check Data Structure:
  
  Ensure that the data structure you are using in the Smart Form corresponds to the data being passed to it.
  Verify that the fields in the data structure match the fields expected in the Smart Form.
  
  
  
  Test the Smart Form:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the Smart Form to ensure that the error is resolved.
  Use transaction SMARTFORMS to execute the form and check if the output is generated correctly.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the Smart Form to trace the data being passed and identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Smart Forms to understand how to define tables and row types properly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to Smart Forms and this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMARTFORMS267 error and ensure that your Smart Form functions correctly.