How To Fix SSFCOMPOSER165 - Page break is allowed only in the main window.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Page break is allowed only in the main window.

What causes this issue?

You tried to switch to another page, but currently no main window is
active. The current window type is &V1&.

System Response

The system issues an error message.

How to fix this error?

This is probably an internal error. Please contact the SAP hotline and
report the problem.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER165 - Page break is allowed only in the main window. ?

  The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER165 ("Page break is allowed only in the main window") typically occurs in SAP Smart Forms when there is an attempt to insert a page break in a window that is not the main window. In Smart Forms, the main window is the primary area where the content is displayed, and page breaks are only permitted in this area.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to use a page break command (like NEW-PAGE) in a secondary window (like a secondary window or a footer) instead of the main window. This is against the design rules of Smart Forms, which only allows page breaks in the main window.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Page Break Command: Check your Smart Form for any commands that are attempting to create a page break. This could be in the form of a command in a text element or a function module.
  
  
  Move the Page Break: If you find a page break command in a secondary window, you need to move it to the main window. Ensure that any logic that requires a page break is placed in the main window.
  
  
  Use Conditions: If you need to control the flow of content based on certain conditions, consider using conditions to manage the visibility of elements instead of using page breaks.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, test the Smart Form to ensure that it behaves as expected without generating the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Smart Forms for more details on window types and page breaks.
  SAP Community: You can find discussions and solutions related to this error on the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the Smart Form to trace where the page break is being invoked and ensure that it is only in the main window.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SSFCOMPOSER165 error and ensure that your Smart Form functions correctly.