How To Fix TD218 - Main window & cannot be deleted

TD218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Main window & cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You attempted to delete the main window of the layout set.

System Response

The main window was not deleted.

How to fix this error?

Each layout set must have a main window. The main window therefore
cannot be deleted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD218 - Main window & cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message TD218, which states "Main window & cannot be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a main window in a SAPscript form that is not allowed to be deleted due to certain conditions. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Main Window Requirement: In SAPscript, the main window is essential for the layout of the form. It is the primary area where the main content is printed. If you try to delete it, SAP will prevent this action because the main window is necessary for the form to function correctly.
  Form Structure: The form may have dependencies or specific structures that require the main window to remain intact.
  Incorrect Deletion Attempt: You might be trying to delete the main window in a way that is not supported by the SAPscript editor.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Do Not Delete the Main Window: Instead of trying to delete the main window,