How to use SFTRACE - SAP Smart Forms: Trace

SAP Transaction Code - Details

• Transaction Code: SFTRACE

  Description: SAP Smart Forms: Trace

  Release: S/4HANA and ECC 6

• • Program: SAPLSTXBCT

    Screen: 100

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  • Development Package: SMART

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Smart SAP Assistant

• SAP Tcode: SFTRACE - SAP Smart Forms: Trace

  
  Overview: 
  SFTRACE is a SAP transaction code used to trace the execution of SAP Smart Forms. It is used to debug and troubleshoot Smart Forms, which are used to create and maintain forms for printing or displaying data. 
  
  Functionality: 
  SFTRACE allows users to trace the execution of a Smart Form, including the sequence of calls, the values of variables, and the output of the form. It also allows users to view the source code of the form and to set breakpoints in order to debug it. 
  
  Step-by-step How to Use: 
  1. Enter SFTRACE in the command field. 
  2. Enter the name of the Smart Form you want to trace in the “Form Name” field. 
  3. Click “Execute”. 
  4. The trace will be displayed in a new window. 
  5. To set breakpoints, click on “Breakpoints” in the menu bar and select “Set Breakpoint” from the drop-down menu. 
  6. To view the source code of the form, click on “Source Code” in the menu bar and select “Display Source Code” from the drop-down menu. 
  7. To view the values of variables, click on “Variables” in the menu bar and select “Display Variables” from the drop-down menu. 
  8. To view the output of the form, click on “Output” in the menu bar and select “Display Output” from the drop-down menu. 
  9. When you are finished tracing, click on “End Trace” in the menu bar to end your session. 
  
  Other Recommendations: 
  It is recommended that users familiarize themselves with SAP Smart Forms before using SFTRACE as it will help them understand how to use this transaction code more effectively. Additionally, users should be aware that SFTRACE can only be used for debugging purposes and should not be used for production purposes as it can cause performance issues if used incorrectly.