How To Fix TD105 - System font &1 &2 &3 &4 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 105

• Message text: System font &1 &2 &3 &4 does not exist

What causes this issue?

An undefined system font was specified.

System Response

The font selection is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

When font attributes are defined in the layout set maintenance, the
entries
font family,
font size,
bold typeface attribute,
italics attribute,
are checked against the list of system fonts. This list, which is
managed in the SAPscript font maintenance, only allows a certain number
of font variations in layout sets.
Please enter a system font defined in the SAPscript font maintenance.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD105 - System font &1 &2 &3 &4 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TD105 indicates that the system is unable to find a specified font. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when generating print layouts, forms, or reports that require specific fonts that are not installed or configured correctly in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Fonts: The specified font is not installed on the SAP application server or the client machine.
  Incorrect Font Configuration: The font may be incorrectly configured in the SAP system settings.
  Font Not Supported: The font may not be supported by the SAP system or the output device.
  Transport Issues: If the font was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Install the Font: Ensure that the required font is installed on the SAP application server and the client machines. You may need to download and install the font if it is not available.
  Check Font Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Check the configuration of the output device and ensure that the font is correctly specified.
  Verify that the font is available in the list of fonts in the system.
  
  
  Use Standard Fonts: If the specific font is not critical, consider using standard fonts that are known to be supported by SAP.
  Check Output Device Settings: Ensure that the output device settings are correctly configured to use the available fonts.
  Transport the Font: If the font was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs and ensure that the transport was successful.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes for any specific instructions related to the font in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration for managing printers and fonts.
  SE78: SAP Archive Link for managing forms and layouts.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to font issues for any known bugs or fixes.
  Font Types: Understand the difference between device fonts and TrueType fonts, as this can affect compatibility.
  System Settings: Review system settings related to fonts in the SAP kernel and ensure they are up to date.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.