How To Fix SSFCOMPOSER304 - Unknown character format &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SSFCOMPOSER - Smart Forms: Composer Messages

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Unknown character format &1.

What causes this issue?

Character format &V1& is unknown.

System Response

Warning. The system ignores the character format.

How to fix this error?

Check the character format.

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 SSFCOMPOSER304 - Unknown character format &1. ?

  The SAP error message SSFCOMPOSER304, which indicates "Unknown character format &1," typically arises in the context of SAP Smart Forms or SAPscript when the system encounters a character format that it does not recognize or that is not defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Character Format: The character format specified in the Smart Form or SAPscript is not defined in the system. This could happen if the format was deleted or if there is a typo in the format name.
  Transport Issues: If the Smart Form or script was transported from one system to another, the character format may not have been included in the transport request.
  Custom Formats: If you are using custom character formats that are not standard in SAP, they may not be available in the current environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Character Format: Verify the character format used in the Smart Form or SAPscript. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system.
  
  Go to the Smart Forms transaction (SMARTFORMS) or SAPscript transaction (SE71) and check the formats defined.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Formats: If the character format is missing, you can define it in the system.
  
  For Smart Forms, you can create or modify character formats in the Smart Forms editor.
  For SAPscript, you can define character formats in the SAPscript form.
  
  
  
  Transport Request: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects, including character formats, are included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  Check for Custom Formats: If you are using custom formats, ensure that they are properly defined and activated in the system.
  
  
  System Consistency: If the issue persists, check for system consistency and ensure that all necessary components are correctly installed and configured.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Smart Forms and SAPscript to understand how character formats are defined and used.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other SAP-related discussion boards for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.