Conversion PDF Form to Smartforms or Sapscript possible?
Hi Gurus,
Is it possible to convert a pdf form to a Smartforms form or sapscript form?
Reason is because for some new pdf forms like IDCN_CASHFLOW there is no proper form in Smartforms or Sapscript available.
2nd reason is customer does not have an ADS installed.
Thanks+Regards
Dieter
Hi Dieter,
generally no such tool.
However, the Adobe form is designed to separate the data logic and layout logic, therefore an experienced smartform+adobe form developer can convert it manually without very large effort.
Since the SAPscript form mixes the data logic and layout logic, it is not recommended be used no more.
Cheers.
Tao
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