How To Fix SMARTFORMS111 - Text module & contains errors (enter a different text name)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Text module & contains errors (enter a different text name)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS111 - Text module & contains errors (enter a different text name) ?

  The SAP error message "SMARTFORMS111 Text module & contains errors (enter a different text name)" typically occurs when there is an issue with a text module in a Smart Form. This error indicates that the specified text module is either not found, has not been created properly, or contains errors that prevent it from being used in the Smart Form.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Text Module: The text module specified in the Smart Form does not exist in the system.
  Errors in Text Module: The text module exists but contains syntax errors or other issues that prevent it from being processed.
  Incorrect Naming: The name of the text module may be incorrectly specified in the Smart Form.
  Transport Issues: If the Smart Form or text module was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Text Module Existence:
  
  Go to transaction SE75 (Smart Forms) and check if the text module exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new text module with the correct name.
  
  
  
  Validate Text Module:
  
  If the text module exists, open it in transaction SE75 and check for any errors or warnings.
  Ensure that the text module is properly defined and does not contain any syntax errors.
  
  
  
  Correct Naming:
  
  Verify that the name of the text module in the Smart Form matches exactly with the name defined in the text module.
  Ensure there are no typos or case sensitivity issues.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency:
  
  If the Smart Form or text module was transported, ensure that all related objects were transported correctly.
  Check for any missing dependencies or objects that may not have been included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Recreate Text Module:
  
  If the text module is corrupted or cannot be fixed, consider recreating it from scratch.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify the text module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE75: Smart Forms - Used to create and manage Smart Forms and text modules.
  SE78: SAPScript Forms - For managing SAPscript forms, which may also be relevant if you are using both technologies.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Smart Forms for detailed information on creating and managing text modules.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the Smart Form to identify where the error is occurring.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "SMARTFORMS111" error and successfully use the text module in your Smart Form.