How To Fix WB170 - Error opening form &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Error opening form &

What causes this issue?

An error occurred opening form &v1& when printing assortment lists.

System Response

The selected assortment lists were not printed.

How to fix this error?

Check the form and its assignment to an <DS:DE.BBPRO>assortment list
profile</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB170 - Error opening form & ?

  The SAP error message WB170, which states "Error opening form &," typically occurs when there is an issue with accessing a specific form in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Form Not Found: The specified form may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the form.
  Transport Issues: If the form was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Form Configuration: There may be configuration issues with the form itself, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that prevent the form from being accessed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Form Existence: Verify that the form exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SMARTFORMS or SE78 for SAPscript) and checking if the form is listed.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the form. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Transport Logs: If the form was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Form Configuration: Review the configuration of the form to ensure that all necessary settings are correct. This may involve checking the form's attributes and settings in the relevant transaction.
  Database Check: If you suspect a database issue, consult with your database administrator to check for any inconsistencies or errors in the database that may be affecting form access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms) and SE78 (for SAPscript forms).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.