How To Fix TD442 - Table LINES in WRITE_FORM_LINES does not have the structure TLINE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 442

• Message text: Table LINES in WRITE_FORM_LINES does not have the structure TLINE

What causes this issue?

The table LINES used to pass the lines of text does not have the
structure TLINE.

System Response

Text output was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Please use the dictionary structure TLINE to define your internal
table, which is used as a parameter for WRITE_FORM_LINES. You can
transfer the structure from TLINE to your table using "INCLUDE
STRUCTURE TLINE".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD442 - Table LINES in WRITE_FORM_LINES does not have the structure TLINE ?

  The SAP error message TD442 indicates that there is an issue with the structure of the table LINES in the WRITE_FORM_LINES function. Specifically, it suggests that the table does not have the expected structure TLINE, which is typically used for handling line items in SAPscript forms.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Table Structure: The most common cause of this error is that the table LINES being passed to the WRITE_FORM_LINES function does not conform to the expected structure TLINE. This can happen if the table is defined incorrectly or if it has been modified in a way that it no longer matches the expected structure.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: If the data types of the fields in the LINES table do not match those defined in the TLINE structure, this error can occur.
  
  
  Form Configuration Issues: If the form being used is not configured correctly or if there are issues with the SAPscript itself, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Definition: Verify that the table LINES is defined with the correct structure. It should match the structure of TLINE. You can do this by checking the data dictionary (SE11) for the structure TLINE and ensuring that your table has the same fields and data types.
  
  
  Modify the Table: If the structure of LINES is incorrect, you may need to modify it to match the TLINE structure. This may involve adding or changing fields in the table.
  
  
  Review SAPscript: Check the SAPscript form for any issues. Ensure that the form is correctly set up to use the WRITE_FORM_LINES function and that it is referencing the correct table.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are still encountering issues, you can use the debugger to step through the code where the WRITE_FORM_LINES function is called. This can help you identify what data is being passed and where the mismatch occurs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or additional guidance available.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAPscript Forms), and SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms) to investigate and modify the relevant objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums or sites like SAP Community, Stack Overflow, or other SAP-related discussion boards for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the TD442 error in your SAP environment.