How To Fix VER_MESSAGES009 - No. of pages (&1) does not match no. of pages in test 1's PDF form (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VER_MESSAGES - Message Class for FP Examples

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No. of pages (&1) does not match no. of pages in test 1's PDF form (&2)

What causes this issue?

The number of pages (&V1&) does not match the number of pages of the PDF
form from test 1 (&V2&).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VER_MESSAGES009 - No. of pages (&1) does not match no. of pages in test 1's PDF form (&2) ?

  The SAP error message VER_MESSAGES009 indicates a mismatch between the number of pages in a PDF form generated by SAP and the expected number of pages defined in the test configuration. This error typically occurs during the process of generating or validating PDF forms in SAP, particularly when using Adobe Forms or Smart Forms.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Page Count: The primary cause of this error is that the number of pages generated in the PDF form does not match the number of pages that the system expects based on the configuration or the template.
  Changes in Form Design: If the form design has been modified (e.g., adding/removing sections, changing layout), it may lead to a different number of pages being generated.
  Data Variability: The data being processed may lead to a different number of pages being generated than what was anticipated. For example, if the data set is larger or smaller than expected, it can affect pagination.
  Incorrect Test Configuration: The test configuration may not be updated to reflect the current design of the form, leading to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Form Design: Check the form design in the SAP system (using transaction codes like SFP for Adobe Forms or SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms) to ensure that it matches the expected output.
  Update Test Configuration: If the form design has changed, update the test configuration to reflect the new number of pages. This may involve adjusting the settings in the transaction used for testing the form.
  Test with Different Data Sets: Run tests with various data sets to see if the issue persists across different scenarios. This can help identify if the problem is data-related.
  Check for Errors in Data: Ensure that the data being passed to the form is correct and complete. Missing or incorrect data can lead to unexpected pagination.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific form technology you are using (Adobe Forms or Smart Forms) for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  Debugging: If necessary, use debugging tools to trace the form generation process and identify where the mismatch occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Form Versioning: Keep track of version changes in your forms to ensure that any updates are documented and that the test configurations are aligned with the latest version.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.