How To Fix WFF_FORM_SERVER213 - Error when saving templates for form (GUID &, version &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFF_FORM_SERVER - Web Financials Forms: Form Server

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Error when saving templates for form (GUID &, version &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFF_FORM_SERVER213 - Error when saving templates for form (GUID &, version &) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WFF_FORM_SERVER213 Error when saving templates for form (GUID &, version &)
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in SAP Workflow when there is a problem saving the form templates associated with a workflow form. The root causes can include:
  
  Authorization issues: The user saving the form template does not have sufficient permissions.
  Transport or system inconsistencies: The form template might be locked or inconsistent due to transport or system issues.
  Database or repository problems: The form template repository might be corrupted or inaccessible.
  Version conflicts: Trying to save a form template with a version that conflicts with an existing one.
  Form Builder or Adobe Lifecycle Designer issues: Problems with the form design tool or integration.
  Incorrect or missing configuration: The workflow form configuration might be incomplete or incorrect.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the WFF_FORM_SERVER213 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure the user has the necessary authorizations to save workflow form templates.
  Relevant authorization objects include S_WF_FMC (Workflow Form Management) and S_WF_BTC (Workflow Background Processing).
  
  
  
  Check Form Template Status:
  
  Verify if the form template is locked by another user or process.
  Unlock the form template if necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow and Form Configuration:
  
  Verify that the workflow form is correctly configured in transaction SWF_FORM or SWF_FORM_BUILDER.
  Ensure the form GUID and version are consistent and valid.
  
  
  
  Check Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If the form template was transported, verify that the transport was successful and consistent.
  Re-import or re-transport the form template if needed.
  
  
  
  Check Adobe Lifecycle Designer Integration:
  
  If using Adobe forms, ensure that the Adobe Lifecycle Designer is properly installed and integrated.
  Check for any errors in the form design tool.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs and Dumps:
  
  Look into transaction ST22 for any short dumps related to the error.
  Check system logs (SM21) for related messages.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Reimport the Form Template:
  
  If the form template is corrupted, try recreating it or importing a clean version.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WFF_FORM_SERVER213.
  For example, SAP Note 1234567 (hypothetical) might address known issues with form saving errors.
  If unresolved, raise a support ticket with SAP including the error details, form GUID, and version.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SWF_FORM – Workflow Form Management
  SWF_FORM_BUILDER – Workflow Form Builder
  SWI1 – Workflow Log
  ST22 – ABAP Dump Analysis
  SM21 – System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Components:
  
  SAP Business Workflow (BC-WFM)
  Adobe Document Services (if Adobe forms are used)
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to workflow form errors and Adobe forms integration.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact SAP system version and more context (e.g., form type, workflow scenario), I can help you find more precise solutions or SAP Notes.