How To Fix QC077 - Text element &3 is not present in window &2 of layout set &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QC - QM: Certificates

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Text element &3 is not present in window &2 of layout set &1

What causes this issue?

The program tried to access the text element &V3& in window &V2& of
form &V1&. This text element, however, is not present in the form.

System Response

The text element will be skipped during printing.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QC077 - Text element &3 is not present in window &2 of layout set &1 ?

  The SAP error message QC077 indicates that a specific text element is missing from a designated window in a layout set. This error typically occurs when you are trying to print or display a document (like a report or invoice) that relies on a layout set (also known as a form or print layout) that is not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Element: The text element specified in the error message (&3) is not defined in the specified window (&2) of the layout set (&1).
  Incorrect Layout Set: The layout set being used may not be the correct one for the document type you are trying to print.
  Changes in Layout Set: If the layout set was modified (e.g., text elements were deleted or renamed), it could lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the layout set was transported from one system to another, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing elements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Layout Set Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Smart Forms or SAPscript transaction (e.g., SMARTFORMS or SE71).
  Open the layout set specified in the error message (&1).
  Check the window specified (&2) and ensure that the text element (&3) is defined in that window.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Text Element:
  
  If the text element is indeed missing, you can create it in the layout set.
  Ensure that the text element is correctly defined and that it matches the expected format.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Layout Set:
  
  Verify that the correct layout set is being used for the document type. You can check the configuration in the relevant transaction (e.g., for invoices, check the output type configuration).
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the layout set was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the output again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAPscript vs. Smart Forms: Understand the differences between SAPscript and Smart Forms, as the approach to resolving issues may differ based on the technology used.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on layout sets and text elements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.