How To Fix WFF_FORM_SERVER301 - Form dispatched with number &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Form dispatched with number &.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFF_FORM_SERVER301 - Form dispatched with number &. ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WFF_FORM_SERVER301: Form dispatched with number &.
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  
  This message is related to SAP Workflow Forms.
  It indicates that a form has been dispatched (sent) with a specific form number (the placeholder & is replaced by the actual form number at runtime).
  The message itself is informational, confirming that the form has been successfully dispatched.
  However, if this message appears as an error or unexpected message, it might indicate issues such as:
  
  The form dispatch process was triggered but the form output or processing did not complete as expected.
  There might be a problem with the form server or the form processing system.
  The form number might be invalid or not recognized by the receiving system.
  The workflow step that sends the form might be incorrectly configured.
  
  
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During SAP Workflow execution when a form is dispatched via the form server.
  When a workflow step triggers a form output (e.g., Smart Forms, SAPscript, Adobe Forms).
  When the form server processes and sends the form to the output device, email, or archive.
  
  
  Solution / Troubleshooting Steps:
  
  
  Check the Form Number:
  
  Verify the form number mentioned in the message.
  Ensure that the form exists and is correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Form Server Configuration:
  
  Verify that the form server is running and properly configured.
  Check transaction SFP (for Adobe Forms) or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms) to ensure the form is active and correct.
  
  
  
  Check Workflow Configuration:
  
  Review the workflow step that dispatches the form.
  Ensure the form dispatch method and parameters are correctly set.
  Check the container elements and binding for the form dispatch step.
  
  
  
  Check Output Device / Destination:
  
  Verify the output device or destination (printer, email, archive) is correctly configured.
  Check spool requests (transaction SP01) to see if the form output was generated.
  
  
  
  Check Logs and Traces:
  
  Check the workflow log (transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ) for errors related to the form dispatch.
  Check system logs (SM21) and application logs (SLG1) for related errors.
  Check the form server logs if available.
  
  
  
  Test Form Dispatch Manually:
  
  Try to dispatch the form manually outside the workflow to verify if the form server and form are working correctly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to WFF_FORM_SERVER301 or form dispatch issues.
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP including workflow logs and form details.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  The message WFF_FORM_SERVER301 is part of the Workflow Form Framework messages.
  The placeholder & is replaced by the actual form number or identifier.
  This message is often informational but can be part of troubleshooting when form dispatch does not work as expected.
  Proper configuration of the form server and workflow container is essential for successful form dispatch.
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when exactly the message appears, whether it is blocking the workflow, or accompanied by other errors), I can help with more specific guidance.