How To Fix EZ291 - SAPscript form &1 does not exist in language &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EZ - Print workbench

• Message number: 291

• Message text: SAPscript form &1 does not exist in language &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EZ291 - SAPscript form &1 does not exist in language &2 ?

  The SAP error message EZ291 indicates that a specific SAPscript form does not exist in the specified language. This error typically occurs when you attempt to print or preview a document that relies on a SAPscript form that has not been created or is not available in the language you are using.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Form: The specified SAPscript form (denoted by &1) has not been created in the system.
  Language Issue: The form exists, but it has not been translated or created for the specified language (denoted by &2).
  Incorrect Form Name: There may be a typo or incorrect form name being referenced in the program or configuration.
  Transport Issues: The form may exist in the development environment but has not been transported to the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Form Existence:
  
  Go to transaction SE71 (SAPscript Form) and check if the form exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or copy it from another environment.
  
  
  
  Check Language Versions:
  
  In transaction SE71, after selecting the form, check if the form has been created for the required language.
  If the form exists in another language, you can create a translation for the required language.
  
  
  
  Create or Copy the Form:
  
  If the form does not exist, you can create a new SAPscript form or copy an existing one and then modify it as needed.
  Ensure that you save the form in the correct language.
  
  
  
  Check Program/Configuration:
  
  Verify that the program or configuration that is calling the form is referencing the correct form name and language.
  Look for any hardcoded values or configuration settings that might be incorrect.
  
  
  
  Transport the Form:
  
  If the form exists in the development environment but not in production, ensure that it has been properly transported to the production environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any related documentation or notes that may provide additional context or steps specific to your implementation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE71: SAPscript Form Maintenance
  SE78: SAP ArchiveLink Administration (for forms)
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check for related objects)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to SAPscript forms and language handling.
  
  
  Language Settings: Ensure that the user’s language settings in their profile are correctly set to the language in which the form is expected to be available.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EZ291 error and ensure that the required SAPscript form is available in the specified language.