How To Fix 5C213 - Element &3 of window &1 does not exist in form &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Element &3 of window &1 does not exist in form &2

What causes this issue?

The element &V3& &V4& is not contained in window &V1&.

System Response

Processing is continued. Possibly, the form is printed incorrectly.

How to fix this error?

Check if the text element &V3& &V4& is in window &V1& of form &V2&.
Ensure that the form was printed correctly.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C213 - Element &3 of window &1 does not exist in form &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5C213, which states "Element &3 of window &1 does not exist in form &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP Smart Forms or SAPscript. This error indicates that there is a reference to an element (like a text, graphic, or other control) in a specific window of a form that does not exist or has not been defined properly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Element: The element referenced in the error message is not defined in the specified form.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the name of the element or window.
  Changes in Form: The form may have been modified, and the element was deleted or renamed without updating all references.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from one system to another, the element may not have been included in the transport.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Element Definition: Open the Smart Form or SAPscript and verify that the element (identified as &3 in the error message) exists in the specified window (identified as &1) of the form (identified as &2).
  Correct Typographical Errors: Ensure that there are no typos in the names of the elements or windows.
  Update References: If the element has been renamed or deleted, update any references to it in the form.
  Recreate Missing Elements: If the element is missing, recreate it in the form.
  Transport Check: If the form was transported, ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Smart Forms Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on Smart Forms for guidance on creating and managing forms.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the form to trace where the error is occurring and gather more context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5C213 in your SAP environment.