How To Fix FB287 - In form & in window & text element & is missing

FB287 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 287

• Message text: In form & in window & text element & is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB287 - In form & in window & text element & is missing ?

  The SAP error message FB287 indicates that there is a missing form or window in the specified text element when trying to execute a financial transaction or report. This error typically occurs in the context of SAPscript or Smart Forms, which are used for printing documents in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Form or Window: The specified form or window in the SAPscript or Smart Form is not defined or is incorrectly referenced in the program.
  Incorrect Text Element: The text element that is being called does not exist in the form or window.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from one system to another, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing elements.
  Development Errors: Errors during the development of the form or script can lead to missing references.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Form and Window Definitions:
  
  Go to the SAPscript or Smart Form transaction (e.g., SE71 for SAPscript or SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms).
  Verify that the form and