How To Fix SMARTFORMS604 - Initial characteristic is not allowed (enter valid characteristic)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Initial characteristic is not allowed (enter valid characteristic)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS604 - Initial characteristic is not allowed (enter valid characteristic) ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS604 ("Initial characteristic is not allowed (enter valid characteristic)") typically occurs when you are working with Smart Forms and trying to use a characteristic that is either not defined or is empty. This error is often related to the use of characteristics in the context of conditions or formatting in Smart Forms.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Characteristic: The characteristic you are trying to use in your Smart Form is not defined or is empty.
  Invalid Characteristic: The characteristic may not be valid in the context where it is being used.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the characteristic is being pulled may not be providing the expected values.
  Incorrect Field Mapping: There may be an issue with how fields are mapped in the Smart Form.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic you are trying to use is defined in the system and is valid for the context of your Smart Form.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Source:
  
  Check the data source that is being used in the Smart Form. Make sure that it is correctly set up and that it contains the expected values for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Field Mapping:
  
  Go through the field mapping in the Smart Form to ensure that the characteristic is correctly mapped to the data source.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  Run the Smart Form with sample data to see if the issue persists. This can help identify if the problem is with specific data or the Smart Form itself.
  
  
  
  Use Default Values:
  
  If applicable, consider using default values for the characteristic to avoid the error when the characteristic is empty.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the Smart Form to see where the error is being triggered and gather more information about the state of the variables.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Smart Forms to understand how to properly define and use characteristics.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to Smart Forms and the specific error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the SMARTFORMS604 error and implement a solution to resolve it.