How To Fix SMARTFORMS293 - A page without a main window cannot point to itself as next page

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 293

• Message text: A page without a main window cannot point to itself as next page

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS293 - A page without a main window cannot point to itself as next page ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS293 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a Smart Form where a page is trying to point to itself as the next page, but it does not have a main window defined. This can lead to an infinite loop or undefined behavior when the Smart Form is executed.
  Cause:
  
  Page Configuration: The page in question does not have a main window defined. In Smart Forms, a main window is required for the page to be able to display content properly.
  Next Page Setting: The page is set to navigate to itself as the next page, which is not allowed if it lacks a main window.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Page Definition:
  
  Open the Smart Form in the Smart Forms transaction (transaction code SMARTFORMS).
  Navigate to the page that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the page has a main window defined. If it does not, you need to create a main window or modify the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Modify Next Page Settings:
  
  In the page settings, check the "Next Page" property.
  Ensure that the next page does not point to itself. Change it to point to a different page if necessary.
  
  
  
  Add a Main Window:
  
  If the page is intended to have content, add a main window to the page. You can do this by right-clicking on the page and selecting "Create Main Window".
  Define the content that should be displayed in the main window.
  
  
  
  Test the Smart Form:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the Smart Form and test it to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms: Smart Forms is a tool in SAP that allows users to create and maintain forms for mass printing in a graphical interface.
  Main Window: The main window is a crucial component of a Smart Form, as it is where the primary content is displayed. Each page should have a main window to ensure proper rendering.
  Error Handling: Always check the structure of your Smart Form and ensure that all pages are correctly configured to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMARTFORMS293 error and ensure that your Smart Form functions correctly.