How To Fix 37700 - No template or text is switched on

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 700

• Message text: No template or text is switched on

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

You wanted to copy fields from the ABAP Dictionary, but did not specify
input/output templates or a text (short, medium, long, header).

System Response

The selected elements were not transferred to the screen.

How to fix this error?

For each ABAP Dictionary field that you want to transfer, select at
least one element type (input/output field and/or text).
Note: If an ABAP Dictionary field has the format CHAR and length 1, you
can choose to create a corresponding screen element as a checkbox or
radio button. This saves you having to convert the input/output field
into the corresponding graphical field later.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37700 - No template or text is switched on ?

  The SAP error message "37700 No template or text is switched on" typically occurs in the context of SAPscript or Smart Forms when there is an attempt to print or generate a document without having the necessary templates or text elements activated. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when generating invoices, purchase orders, or other forms.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Template: The specific form or template that is required for the document generation is not defined or activated in the system.
  Inactive Text Elements: The text elements or templates that should be used for the document are not switched on or are inactive.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system related to the form or output type settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the templates or text elements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Template Activation:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE71 (SAPscript) or SMARTFORMS (Smart Forms) and verify if the required form/template is active.
  If it is not active, activate it.
  
  
  
  Review Output Type Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code NACE to check the output type configuration for the relevant application (e.g., billing, purchasing).
  Ensure that the correct form is assigned to the output type and that it is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Text Elements:
  
  In the form or template, ensure that all necessary text elements are defined and activated.
  If using SAPscript, check the text elements in the text editor.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the forms/templates.
  Check user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to see if the error persists.
  Generate the document again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE71: For SAPscript form maintenance.
  SMARTFORMS: For Smart Forms maintenance.
  NACE: For output type configuration.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on SAPscript and Smart Forms, including how to create and manage templates.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.