How To Fix WZ004 - Form could not be generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Form could not be generated

What causes this issue?

There is a problem with the number range object 'FORMABSENC' which is
used to generate numbers automatically for forms with the type
'notification of absence'. The number range object does not exist or
could not be generated automatically.

System Response

A new number and therefore a new form could not be created.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the number range object 'FORMABSENC' has been defined
correctly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ004 - Form could not be generated ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WZ004 - Form could not be generated
  
  Cause:
  The error message WZ004 typically occurs when SAPscript or Smart Form processing fails to generate the output form. This can happen due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  The form (SAPscript or Smart Form) specified in the print program or output device is missing or not found.
  The form contains syntax errors or inconsistencies that prevent it from being processed.
  The print program or driver program is not correctly linked to the form.
  Missing or incorrect configuration in the output device or spool request.
  Authorization issues preventing access to the form.
  Transport or system inconsistencies where the form exists in one system but not in another.
  Issues with the spool system or print server.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Form Name:
  
  Verify that the form name specified in the print program or output configuration exists in the system.
  For SAPscript: Use transaction SE71 to check the form.
  For Smart Forms: Use transaction SMARTFORMS to check the form.
  
  
  
  Check Form Consistency:
  
  Open the form in the respective transaction and check for syntax errors or inconsistencies.
  Activate the form again to ensure it is active and consistent.
  
  
  
  Check Print Program and Driver Program:
  
  Verify that the print program calls the correct form name.
  Ensure the driver program is correctly linked to the form.
  
  
  
  Check Output Device and Spool Configuration:
  
  Verify the output device settings in transaction SPAD.
  Check if the spool request is created properly and the output device is available.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure the user executing the print has the necessary authorizations to access the form and spool.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If the form was recently transported, verify that the transport was successful and the form exists in the target system.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the above steps do not resolve the issue, debug the print program to identify where the form generation fails.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  SE71 - SAPscript form maintenance
  SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms maintenance
  SPAD - Spool Administration
  SP01 - Spool Request Monitoring
  
  
  
  Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to form generation errors.
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on SAPscript and Smart Forms.
  
  
  
  Common Scenarios:
  
  When migrating forms between systems, always verify form existence and activation.
  After system upgrades, re-check form compatibility and activation status.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WZ004 Form could not be generated indicates a failure in form processing, usually due to missing or inconsistent forms, incorrect print program linkage, or spool/output device issues. Verify form existence, consistency, and configuration to resolve the issue.