How To Fix QC143 - Text element &1 does not exist in form &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QC - QM: Certificates

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Text element &1 does not exist in form &2

What causes this issue?

You want to print values for the characteristic &V3& by columns. To do
this, you need text element &V1& as well as text element &V4&. This
text element however does not exist in the assigned form &V2&.

System Response

No values can be printed.

How to fix this error?

Cancel the entries for the display by columns or change the form.

Procedure for System Administrators

Add a new text element &V1& to the form &V2& for the display by
columns. Note that forms are language-dependent and client-specific.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QC143 - Text element &1 does not exist in form &2 ?

  The SAP error message QC143, which states "Text element &1 does not exist in form &2," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there is an issue with the text elements associated with a specific form or document. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a text element (like a description or note) that is not defined or does not exist in the specified form.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Text Elements: The text element specified in the error message is not defined in the form you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Form Configuration: The form may not be properly configured to include the necessary text elements.
  Transport Issues: If the form was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the text elements may not have been included in the transport.
  Custom Forms: If you are using a custom form, it may not have been set up correctly to include all required text elements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Text Elements: Verify that the text element specified in the error message exists in the form. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE71 for Smart Forms or SE78 for SAPscript) and checking the text elements associated with the form.
  
  
  Create or Update Text Elements: If the text element is missing, you may need to create it. This can be done in the text management area of the form. Ensure that the text element is correctly defined and linked to the form.
  
  
  Review Form Configuration: Ensure that the form is correctly configured to include all necessary text elements. This may involve checking the form layout and ensuring that all required fields and texts are included.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the form was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including text elements, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are using a standard SAP form, consult the SAP documentation or support notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific form and text elements.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the form again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE71 (SAPscript), SMARTFORMS (Smart Forms), SE78 (SAPscript forms).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Quality Management Documentation: Review the QM module documentation for best practices related to forms and text elements.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.