How To Fix SSFCOMPOSER194 - Page protection within tables is not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Page protection within tables is not allowed.

What causes this issue?

You tried to protect a section or text against a page break, but
currently a table is being processed.

System Response

Warning.

How to fix this error?

Within a table you can protect only one table line against page break.
This attribute is set in the line type.

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 SSFCOMPOSER194 - Page protection within tables is not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER194 indicates that there is an issue with page protection within tables in the context of SAP Smart Forms or SAPscript. This error typically arises when you attempt to use page protection features (like page breaks or page protection settings) in a table, which is not allowed in SAP Smart Forms.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  Page protection settings are applied to a table or its elements, which is not supported in SAP Smart Forms.
  The structure of the Smart Form is not correctly configured to handle page protection within tables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SSFCOMPOSER194 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Table Configuration:
  
  Open the Smart Form in the Smart Forms transaction (SMARTFORMS).
  Navigate to the table that is causing the issue.
  Ensure that no page protection settings are applied to the table or its cells. This includes checking for any settings related to "Page Protection" in the properties of the table or its rows/columns.
  
  
  
  Remove Page Protection:
  
  If you find any page protection settings, remove them. This can usually be done by selecting the table or the specific cell and adjusting the properties in the right-hand pane.
  
  
  
  Test the Form:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the Smart Form and test it to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to Smart Forms and table configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms: A tool in SAP for designing and printing forms. It allows for the creation of complex layouts and is often used for invoices, purchase orders, and other documents.
  SAPscript: An older form of SAP's print layout tool, which has largely been replaced by Smart Forms but is still in use in some legacy systems.
  Page Protection: A feature that prevents content from being split across pages, ensuring that certain elements stay together. However, this feature is not compatible with tables in Smart Forms.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.