How To Fix SSFCOMPOSER170 - Table is possible only in main or subwindows.

SSFCOMPOSER170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Table is possible only in main or subwindows.

What causes this issue?

A table can only be displayed in main or subwindows. However, the
current window is of type &V1&.

System Response

The system issues an error message.

How to fix this error?

Please report the problem to the SAP hotline.

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 SSFCOMPOSER170 - Table is possible only in main or subwindows. ?

  The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER170 indicates that a certain table is being used in a context where it is not allowed, specifically outside of main or subwindows. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Smart Forms or SAPscript when designing forms.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to use a table in a context that is not supported. In SAP Smart Forms, tables can only be placed in specific areas, such as:
  
  Main Window
  Subwindows
  
  If you try to place a table in a different context, such as a text element or a header/footer area, you will encounter this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SSFCOMPOSER170 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Placement of the Table:
  
  Open the Smart Form or SAPscript where the error is occurring.
  Locate the table that is causing the issue.
  Ensure that the table is placed within the Main Window or a Subwindow.
  
  
  
  Move the Table:
  
  If the table is incorrectly placed, drag it to the