How To Fix SSFCOMPOSER250 - Table row is greater than 176 cm

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages

• Message number: 250

• Message text: Table row is greater than 176 cm

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to display a Smart Forms table that is bigger than
the maximum height of around 176cm (precisely 99999 TWIPs).

System Response

An error message; the form cannot be displayed.

How to fix this error?

Check whether you really want to display a text of this length in a
single table row. In this case, you cannot display the text in a table.
Instead, convert the table to a loop.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER250 - Table row is greater than 176 cm ?

  The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER250, which states "Table row is greater than 176 cm," typically occurs in the context of SAP Smart Forms or SAPscript when designing forms for printing. This error indicates that the height of a table row exceeds the maximum allowed height for printing, which is set at 176 cm.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the cumulative height of the elements within a table row exceeds the maximum limit. This can happen due to:
  
  Large font sizes or excessive padding/margins.
  Inclusion of too many elements (like text fields, images, etc.) in a single row.
  Incorrectly configured row height settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Row Height Settings:
  
  Open the Smart Form or SAPscript where the error occurs.
  Navigate to the table in question and check the properties of the row.
  Ensure that the height of the row is set to a reasonable value that does not exceed 176 cm.
  
  
  
  Reduce Content:
  
  If the row contains too many elements, consider splitting the content into multiple rows or tables.
  Reduce the font size or adjust the padding/margins to fit the content within the allowed height.
  
  
  
  Adjust Layout:
  
  Review the layout of the form. If possible, redesign the layout to distribute content more evenly across the page.
  Use sub-forms or additional pages if necessary to accommodate the data without exceeding height limits.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the form by generating a print preview to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the layout appears as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Smart Forms: A tool for designing and maintaining forms in SAP. It allows for graphical design and is often used for invoices, purchase orders, and other documents.
  SAPscript: An older form design tool in SAP, which is less commonly used now but still relevant for legacy systems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Smart Forms and SAPscript for detailed guidelines on designing forms and handling common errors.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP technical consultant or refer to SAP support for further assistance.