How To Fix 5I201 - Layout set & in language & and page & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5I - HR-PA: Reserved for International Version (Australia)

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Layout set & in language & and page & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5I201 - Layout set & in language & and page & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message 5I201 indicates that a specific layout set (also known as a form or print layout) is not available in the specified language and page format. This error typically occurs when trying to print or generate a document that relies on a layout set that has not been defined or is missing for the specified criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Layout Set: The layout set you are trying to use does not exist in the specified language or page format.
  Incorrect Language/Format: The language or page format specified in the print request does not match any existing layout sets.
  Transport Issues: The layout set may not have been transported correctly from the development environment to the production environment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the layout set.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Layout Set Existence:
  
  Use transaction SE71 (SAPscript) or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms) to check if the layout set exists for the specified language and page format.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or modify an existing one.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Layout Set:
  
  If the layout set is missing, you can create a new one using transaction SE71 or SMARTFORMS.
  Ensure that you define the layout set for the correct language and page format.
  
  
  
  Transport Layout Set:
  
  If the layout set exists in the development environment but not in production, ensure that it has been transported correctly.
  Check the transport logs for any errors during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the layout set.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Fallback Language:
  
  If the layout set is not available in the specified language, check if there is a fallback language set up in the system. SAP may use a default language if the specified one is not available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE71: For SAPscript layout sets.
  SMARTFORMS: For Smart Forms.
  SE78: For managing SAP ArchiveLink and forms.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on creating and managing layout sets.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to layout sets and printing.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5I201 and ensure that the required layout set is available for use.