Emailing smartform with datamatrix 2d barcode

[Former Member]

We have a demand to put datamatrix 2d barcode on our delivery forms (manifest and bill of lading). These forms are smarforms.

When printed the datamatrix 2d barcode on the smartforms is what it should be. Our problem is when we want to email these forms the datamatrix 2d barcode is represented by 4 vertical lines. What I understand is that the datamatrix 2d barcode is generated by the print driver and when emailing it does not pass by the printer.

How can theses forms be sent by email with the datamatrix 2d barcode.

Thank you for your help.

[aidan_black]

Hi,

Use a true type barcode font as described in point 4 of the following SAP note:

1557674 - Overview of bar code printing from SAP

Regards,
Aidan

[tamas_hoznek]

How do you email the form?

Since the printout works OK, I'd think if you call the Smartform's function module with the proper device (printer) specified and request the OTF data, you should be able to convert that OTF to PDF, attach it to an email and send it to the desired recipient(s).

At least that's the path I'd try to follow...