1K103 - Format & is not completely maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1K - BCA: Account Type

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Format & is not completely maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1K103 - Format & is not completely maintained ?

  The SAP error message 1K103 ("Format & is not completely maintained") typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of a specific format in the SAP system. This error is often related to the output formats for documents, such as invoices, purchase orders, or other forms that require specific formatting settings.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The output format (e.g., Smart Forms, SAPscript, or Adobe Forms) has not been fully configured. This could mean that certain required fields or settings are missing.
  Missing Output Type: The output type associated with the format may not be properly defined or linked to the relevant application.
  Transport Issues: If the format was transported from another system, it may not have been fully activated or may be missing components.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the version of the output format and the version of the application or document type being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code NACE (for output types) and verify that the output type is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the format (Smart Form, SAPscript, etc.) is properly assigned to the output type.
  
  
  
  Review the Format:
  
  If using Smart Forms, go to transaction SMARTFORMS and check the specific form for completeness. Ensure all necessary elements are defined.
  If using SAPscript, check the form using transaction SE71.
  
  
  
  Check Output Determination:
  
  Ensure that the output determination procedure is correctly set up for the relevant document type. This can be checked in the configuration settings for the specific application (e.g., Sales and Distribution, Materials Management).
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the format was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they have been successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the output generation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific output format and type for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  NACE: Output Types Configuration
  SMARTFORMS: Smart Forms Maintenance
  SE71: SAPscript Form Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to output formats and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.