How To Fix SMARTFORMS451 - Enter font and font size

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 451

• Message text: Enter font and font size

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS451 - Enter font and font size ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS451: Enter font and font size typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a Smart Form and have not specified a font or font size for a text element. This is a common issue when working with Smart Forms in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises because:
  
  A text element in the Smart Form does not have a font or font size defined.
  The default font settings may not be configured properly in the Smart Form.
  The font or font size specified is not available or recognized by the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Open the Smart Form:
  
  Go to transaction code SMARTFORMS and open the Smart Form that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Locate the Text Element:
  
  Navigate to the specific text element (e.g., a text node) that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Specify Font and Font Size:
  
  In the properties of the text element, ensure that you have selected a valid font from the dropdown list.
  Specify a font size that is appropriate for your document. Common sizes are 10, 12, 14, etc.
  
  
  
  Check Default Settings:
  
  If you want to set a default font and size for the entire Smart Form, you can do this in the form's global settings. Look for the "Global Settings" option in the Smart Form and set the default font and size there.
  
  
  
  Save and Activate:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the Smart Form and activate it.
  
  
  
  Test the Smart Form:
  
  Execute the Smart Form to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the output is as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fonts in Smart Forms: SAP provides a set of standard fonts that can be used in Smart Forms. You can also define custom fonts if needed.
  Font Management: Ensure that the fonts you are using are installed and available in the SAP system. You can check the available fonts in the SAPscript font maintenance (transaction SE73).
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the SAP Community for more detailed information on Smart Forms and font management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMARTFORMS451 error and successfully define the necessary font and font size for your Smart Form.