How To Fix WXP719 - Layout &1 cannot be assigned as it does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 719

• Message text: Layout &1 cannot be assigned as it does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP719 - Layout &1 cannot be assigned as it does not exist ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXP719 Layout &1 cannot be assigned as it does not exist
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to assign or use a layout (such as a form layout, ALV layout, or print layout) in SAP that does not exist in the system. The placeholder &1 in the message is replaced by the name or ID of the layout you attempted to assign.
  Common scenarios include:  
  
  The layout was deleted or never created.  
  The layout name or ID was mistyped.  
  The layout exists in a different client or system but not in the current one.  
  Transport issues where the layout was not transported properly.  
  Authorization issues preventing the system from reading the layout.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Layout Existence:  
  
  Check if the layout actually exists in the system. For example, if it is an ALV layout, go to the ALV grid and check the saved layouts.  
  For SAPscript or Smart Forms, check the form or layout name in the respective transaction (e.g., SMARTFORMS, SE71).
  
  
  
  Correct the Layout Name:  
  
  Ensure the layout name or ID is correctly entered without typos.
  
  
  
  Create or Recreate the Layout:  
  
  If the layout does not exist, create a new layout with the required name or use an existing one.
  
  
  
  Check Transport and Client:  
  
  Verify if the layout was transported correctly to the current client/system.  
  If missing, transport the layout or create it in the current client.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:  
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to access or assign the layout.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Layouts:  
  
  If a custom layout is missing, try assigning a standard SAP layout to check if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions to check layouts:  
  
  ALV layouts: Use the ALV grid toolbar ? Layout ? Manage Layouts  
  SAPscript: SE71 (Form Painter)  
  Smart Forms: SMARTFORMS  
  Adobe Forms: SFP
  
  
  
  Common SAP Notes:  
  
  Sometimes SAP Notes address issues related to missing layouts or transport problems. Check SAP Support Portal with the error message or layout name.
  
  
  
  Debugging:  
  
  If the error occurs during a program run, debug to see where the layout name is fetched and verify its existence.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WXP719 means the system cannot find the specified layout. Verify the layout exists, correct the name, create or transport the layout as needed, and ensure proper authorizations.