How To Fix TD205 - 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: 205

• Message text: The paragraph & does not exist

What causes this issue?

An undefined paragraph was specified.

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 enter a paragraph already defined in the style, 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 TD205 - The paragraph & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TD205 ("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. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, missing text elements, or issues with the form or script being used.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Paragraph Format: The specified paragraph format does not exist in the SAPscript or Smart Form.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the paragraph name specified in the script or form.
  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/Script Assignment: The form or script being called may not be correctly assigned to the relevant transaction or output type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Paragraph Formats:
  
  Go to the SAPscript or Smart Form editor and verify that the paragraph format specified in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or correct the reference in your script or form.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Review the script or form for any typos in the paragraph name. Ensure that it matches exactly with the defined paragraph formats.
  
  
  
  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.
  
  
  
  Form/Script Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the correct form or script is assigned to the output type or transaction. You can check this in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the output again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAPscript and Smart Forms: These are tools used in SAP for designing and printing forms. Understanding how to navigate and use these tools can help in troubleshooting issues like TD205.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE71 (SAPscript) and SMARTFORMS (Smart Forms) to access and edit the relevant forms.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on creating and managing paragraph formats.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP community forums for additional assistance.