How To Fix SMARTFORMS291 - &1 landscape format not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 291

• Message text: &1 landscape format not possible

What causes this issue?

You have chosen &V1& landscape format as the page format. This page
format is not available in the spool administration.

System Response

The page format is not changed to landscape format.

How to fix this error?

The permitted page formats are listed in the spool administration.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS291 - &1 landscape format not possible ?

  The SAP error message "SMARTFORMS291 &1 landscape format not possible" typically occurs when you are trying to print a Smart Form in landscape orientation, but the printer settings or the Smart Form configuration do not support this format. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Printer Configuration: The printer you are using may not be configured to support landscape printing. This can happen if the printer settings are set to portrait mode only.
  Smart Form Settings: The Smart Form itself may not be set up to handle landscape orientation. This can occur if the page format defined in the Smart Form is set to portrait.
  Output Device Settings: The output device settings in SAP may not allow for landscape printing. This can be due to restrictions in the device type or configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Printer Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Find the printer you are using and check its configuration.
  Ensure that the printer supports landscape printing and that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Modify Smart Form Settings:
  
  Open the Smart Form in transaction SMARTFORMS.
  Check the page format settings. Ensure that the page format is set to a landscape format (e.g., A4 Landscape).
  If necessary, create a new page format that is landscape and assign it to the Smart Form.
  
  
  
  Adjust Output Device Settings:
  
  In transaction SPAD, check the output device settings.
  Ensure that the device type supports landscape printing. You may need to change the device type to one that supports both portrait and landscape formats.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the printing of the Smart Form again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Device Types: Different device types in SAP may have different capabilities regarding page formats. Make sure to use a device type that supports landscape printing.
  Smart Forms Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Smart Forms to understand how to configure page formats and orientations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to Smart Forms and landscape printing.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance, as they may need to investigate deeper into the system configuration or printer settings.