How To Fix SSFCOMPOSER204 - Form printing is active. No parameter query dialog is possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Form printing is active. No parameter query dialog is possible.

What causes this issue?

Form printing using SAP Smart Forms is active. During printing the
application program tried to send the dialog for entering the output
parameters, such as the output device, which is forbidden at that time.

System Response

Error message.

How to fix this error?

Correct the application program.

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 SSFCOMPOSER204 - Form printing is active. No parameter query dialog is possible. ?

  The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER204 indicates that form printing is currently active, which prevents the parameter query dialog from being displayed. This typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a print job or a form that requires user input for parameters, but the system is already in a state where it is processing a print request.
  Cause:
  
  Active Print Job: The most common cause is that a print job is already in progress, and the system does not allow for another parameter input dialog to be opened until the current job is completed.
  Session Management: If multiple sessions are open, one session may be blocking the parameter dialog in another session.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that affect how forms and print jobs are handled.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Print Jobs: Ensure that there are no active print jobs running. You can check this in the SAP spool management (transaction code SP01). If there are jobs that are stuck or not needed, you can delete or cancel them.
  Close Unused Sessions: If you have multiple SAP sessions open, try closing some of them to see if that resolves the issue.
  Wait for Completion: If a print job is currently processing, wait for it to complete before attempting to run the form again.
  Restart the Transaction: Sometimes, simply restarting the transaction or logging out and back into SAP can resolve temporary issues.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to execute the print job and access the parameter dialog.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis team to check for any underlying system issues or configuration settings that may be causing the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific form or print program you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SSFCOMPOSER204 error and successfully access the parameter query dialog for form printing.