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How To Fix WZ801 - Form does not exist


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: WZ - Workflow: Model objects

  • Message number: 801

  • Message text: Form does not exist

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WZ801 - Form does not exist ?

    SAP Error Message:
    WZ801 - Form does not exist


    Cause:

    The error message WZ801 - Form does not exist occurs when the SAP system tries to access or call a Smart Form or SAPscript form that is not available in the system. This can happen due to one or more of the following reasons:

    • The form name specified in the program, transaction, or configuration is incorrect or misspelled.
    • The form has not been created or transported to the current system.
    • The form was deleted or is inactive.
    • The form name is referenced in a configuration or program but does not exist in the database.

    Solution:

    To resolve the WZ801 error, follow these steps:

    1. Check the Form Name:

      • Verify the exact form name being called.
      • Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
    2. Check Form Existence:

      • For Smart Forms: Use transaction SMARTFORMS.
      • For SAPscript forms: Use transaction SE71.
      • Enter the form name and check if it exists and is active.
    3. Create or Transport the Form:

      • If the form does not exist, create it or import/transport it from the development system.
      • If the form was deleted accidentally, restore it from backup or transport.
    4. Check Configuration:

      • Sometimes the form name is maintained in customizing (SPRO) or in the application configuration.
      • Verify the form name in the relevant customizing node or application settings.
    5. Check Program or Print Program:

      • If the form is called from a custom program or standard print program, check the code or print program settings.
      • Ensure the correct form name is passed.
    6. Activate the Form:

      • If the form exists but is inactive, activate it.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • SMARTFORMS — To create, change, or display Smart Forms.
      • SE71 — To create, change, or display SAPscript forms.
      • SPRO — To check customizing settings where form names might be maintained.
      • SE38 or SE80 — To check print programs or custom code calling the form.
    • Common Scenarios:

      • Printing invoices, delivery notes, or purchase orders where the form name is configured in output determination.
      • Custom developments where a form is called dynamically.
      • Transport issues where forms are not moved properly between systems.
    • Notes:

      • Always ensure that the form name is consistent across all systems (Development, Quality, Production).
      • Check authorization if the form exists but cannot be accessed.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Error WZ801 - Form does not exist
    Cause Form name incorrect, form missing, or inactive
    Solution Verify form name, check existence in SMARTFORMS/SE71, create or transport form, check configuration and program references
    Transactions SMARTFORMS, SE71, SPRO, SE38, SE80

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