How To Fix VER_MESSAGES013 - 5) Create Form in PDF Format and PCL Format

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VER_MESSAGES - Message Class for FP Examples

• Message number: 013

• Message text: 5) Create Form in PDF Format and PCL Format

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VER_MESSAGES013 - 5) Create Form in PDF Format and PCL Format ?

  The SAP error message VER_MESSAGES013 typically relates to issues encountered when trying to create forms in PDF and PCL formats. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing components, or problems with the form design itself.
  Cause
  
  Form Configuration Issues: The form may not be correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Missing Output Device: The output device for PDF or PCL may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
  Form Design Errors: There could be issues in the form design that prevent it from being processed correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the form.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the SAP system or the print server.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Form Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the form is correctly configured in the SAP system. You can do this by checking the form settings in transaction SMARTFORMS or SFP (for Adobe forms).
  
  
  
  Verify Output Device:
  
  Check if the output device for PDF and PCL formats is correctly defined in transaction SPAD. Ensure that the device is active and configured to handle the required formats.
  
  
  
  Review Form Design:
  
  Open the form in the appropriate editor (SMARTFORMS or SFP) and check for any design errors. Ensure that all elements are correctly defined and that there are no missing components.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user executing the form has the necessary authorizations. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs:
  
  Review the system logs for any additional error messages that may provide more context about the issue. You can use transaction SM21 to view the system log.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Formats:
  
  Try generating the form in a different format (e.g., print preview) to see if the issue is specific to PDF or PCL formats.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SMARTFORMS: For Smart Forms.
  SFP: For Adobe Forms.
  SPAD: For output device configuration.
  SU53: For authorization checks.
  SM21: For system logs.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed guidance on form creation and troubleshooting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message VER_MESSAGES013 when creating forms in PDF and PCL formats.