How To Fix SSFCOMPOSER031 - Page format &1 with orientation &2 unknown.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Page format &1 with orientation &2 unknown.

What causes this issue?

You specified the page format &V1& with orientation &V2& for printing.
However, this format is unknown in the system.

System Response

The system issues an error message.

How to fix this error?

Select a valid page format in the form (including relevant orientation)
or create the desired format (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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER031 - Page format &1 with orientation &2 unknown. ?

  The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER031 indicates that there is an issue with the page format and orientation settings in the SAP Smart Forms or SAPscript. Specifically, the message states that the specified page format and orientation are unknown or not recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Page Format: The page format specified in the Smart Form or SAPscript does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect configuration.
  Incorrect Orientation: The orientation specified (e.g., portrait or landscape) may not be valid for the given page format.
  Missing Configuration: The page format may not be defined in the SAP system, or it may not be properly configured.
  Transport Issues: If the Smart Form or SAPscript was transported from another system, the page format may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Page Format: Verify that the page format specified in the Smart Form or SAPscript is valid. You can do this by going to the transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and checking the available page formats.
  Verify Orientation: Ensure that the orientation specified is correct and supported for the page format you are using.
  Create/Modify Page Format: If the page format does not exist, you may need to create it using transaction SPAD. Make sure to define the correct dimensions and orientation.
  Check Transport Requests: If the Smart Form or SAPscript was transported, ensure that all necessary objects, including the page format, were included in the transport request.
  Test with Default Settings: As a temporary measure, you can test the Smart Form or SAPscript with a standard page format (like A4) and standard orientation to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: To create or modify Smart Forms.
  SE71: To create or modify SAPscript forms.
  SPAD: To manage spool administration and check page formats.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Smart Forms and SAPscript for detailed information on page formats and their configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SSFCOMPOSER031 error message in your SAP system.