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How To Fix SMARTFORMS414 - Style &1 has no active version


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

  • Message number: 414

  • Message text: Style &1 has no active version

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS414 - Style &1 has no active version ?

    The SAP error message SMARTFORMS414 indicates that the specified style (in this case, &1) does not have an active version. This typically occurs when you are trying to use a Smart Form that references a style that is either not defined, not activated, or has been deleted.

    Cause:

    1. Inactive Style: The style you are trying to use has not been activated in the SAP system.
    2. Non-existent Style: The style may not exist in the system, possibly due to deletion or incorrect naming.
    3. Transport Issues: If the style was transported from another system, it may not have been properly activated in the target system.
    4. Development Environment: If you are working in a development environment, the style may not have been created or activated yet.

    Solution:

    To resolve the SMARTFORMS414 error, follow these steps:

    1. Check Style Existence:

      • Go to transaction SMARTFORMS.
      • In the Smart Forms interface, check if the style exists by navigating to the "Styles" section.
    2. Activate the Style:

      • If the style exists but is inactive, you need to activate it.
      • In the Smart Styles transaction, select the style and click on the "Activate" button.
    3. Create a New Style:

      • If the style does not exist, you may need to create a new style.
      • In the Smart Styles transaction, create a new style with the required formatting options.
    4. Check Transport Requests:

      • If the style was transported, ensure that the transport request was successfully imported and activated in the target system.
    5. Check Naming Conventions:

      • Ensure that the name of the style used in the Smart Form matches exactly with the name of the style defined in the system (case-sensitive).
    6. Testing:

      • After making the necessary changes, test the Smart Form again to see if the error persists.

    Related Information:

    • Smart Forms: Smart Forms is a tool in SAP for designing and maintaining forms for mass printing in SAP applications.
    • Styles: Styles in Smart Forms define the formatting and layout of the text and other elements in the form.
    • Transaction Codes:
      • SMARTFORMS: To create or modify Smart Forms.
      • SMARTSTYLES: To create or modify Smart Styles.

    If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider checking SAP Notes or reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.

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