How To Fix TD112 - Character format & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Character format & does not exist

What causes this issue?

You cannot reedit the form as it is already being edited under your
user ID.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD112 - Character format & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TD112, which states "Character format & does not exist," typically occurs when there is an issue with the character formatting in a text element, such as a Smart Form, SAPscript, or other text-based objects. This error indicates that the specified character format (e.g., bold, italic, etc.) is not defined or recognized in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Character Format: The character format specified in the text element does not exist in the system. This can happen if the format was deleted or if the text element is referencing a format that was never created.
  Transport Issues: If the character format was created in a different system (e.g., development) and not transported correctly to the target system (e.g., production), it may not be available.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the character format name in the text element.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Character Formats:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE78 (for SAPscript) or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms) and check the list of available character formats.
  Ensure that the character format you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Character Format:
  
  If the character format does not exist, you can create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., SE78 for SAPscript).
  If it exists but is not correctly defined, modify it to ensure it meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the text element where the error occurs and ensure that the character format name is spelled correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Character Formats:
  
  If the character format was created in a different system, ensure that it is included in the transport request and that the transport has been successfully imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, character formats may depend on other objects. Ensure that all related objects are also available in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE78: For managing SAPscript forms and character formats.
  SMARTFORMS: For managing Smart Forms.
  SE71: For SAPscript form maintenance.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on character formats 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 Basis or development team for further assistance.