How To Fix TD388 - Font &1 must no longer be used

TD388 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 388

• Message text: Font &1 must no longer be used

What causes this issue?

The selected font family was originally intended for the output of
Arabic, but it should no longer be used in new device types.

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?

Choose a different font family.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD388 - Font &1 must no longer be used ?

  The SAP error message TD388, which states "Font &1 must no longer be used," typically occurs when a font that is being referenced in a SAPscript or Smart Forms document is no longer supported or has been marked for deprecation. This can happen due to various reasons, such as changes in the system configuration, updates to the SAP system, or the removal of certain fonts from the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deprecated Fonts: The font specified in the error message has been deprecated or removed from the system.
  System Upgrade: After an upgrade, certain fonts may no longer be available or supported.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the system configuration or settings related to fonts can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Font: Check the specific font mentioned in the error message (represented by &1) to understand which font is causing the issue.
  Replace the Font:
  Go to the SAPscript or Smart Forms where the font is being used.
  Replace the