How To Fix TD101 - The paragraph & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TD - SAPscript: Text editor, composer, forms, styles and fonts

• Message number: 101

• Message text: The paragraph & does not exist

What causes this issue?

A paragraph was specified which is not defined.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please specify a paragraph which is already defined in the form, or
create a new paragraph which can then be used here.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD101 - The paragraph & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TD101, which states "The paragraph & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAPscript or Smart Forms when the system is unable to find a specified paragraph format in the text elements of a form or document. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, missing text elements, or issues with the form itself.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Paragraph Format: The specified paragraph format is not defined in the SAPscript or Smart Forms.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the paragraph name used in the form or script.
  Transport Issues: If the form or script was transported from one system to another, the paragraph format may not have been included in the transport.
  Incorrect Form Name: The form or script being called may not be the correct one, leading to a mismatch in the expected paragraph formats.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Paragraph Formats:
  
  Go to the SAPscript or Smart Forms transaction (e.g., SE71 for SAPscript or SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms).
  Verify that the paragraph format specified in the error message exists in the form or script.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the code or configuration where the paragraph format is referenced and ensure there are no spelling mistakes.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including paragraph formats, were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Paragraph Format:
  
  If the paragraph format is missing, you may need to recreate it in the SAPscript or Smart Forms.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the form or script again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAPscript: A text processing tool in SAP that allows users to create and maintain forms for print layout.
  Smart Forms: A more modern alternative to SAPscript that allows for easier form design and maintenance.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE71: For SAPscript form maintenance.
  SMARTFORMS: For Smart Forms maintenance.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on creating and managing forms and text elements.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.