How To Fix TD522 - Character string &1: Font family &2 is not an SAP font family

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Character string &1: Font family &2 is not an SAP font family

What causes this issue?

The font family specified in the font attributes of the character
string is not an SAP font family.

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 specify a font family defined in SAPscript font maintenance.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD522 - Character string &1: Font family &2 is not an SAP font family ?

  The SAP error message TD522 indicates that there is an issue with the font family being used in a print layout or form. Specifically, it states that the specified font family is not recognized as a valid SAP font family. This can occur in various contexts, such as when generating print forms, using Smart Forms, or Adobe Forms.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Font Family: The font family specified in the print layout or form is not defined in the SAP system or is not recognized as a valid SAP font.
  Custom Fonts: If you are using custom fonts that are not part of the standard SAP font families, this error may occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the print layout or form that leads to the system not recognizing the font family.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Font Family: Verify the font family specified in your print layout or form. Ensure that it is one of the standard SAP font families. Common SAP font families include:
  
  SAP Standard
  Arial
  Times New Roman
  Courier New
  
  
  
  Use Standard Fonts: If you are using a custom font, consider switching to a standard SAP font that is supported by the system.
  
  
  Update Form Settings: If you are using Smart Forms or Adobe Forms, check the form settings to ensure that the font family is correctly defined and that it matches one of the recognized SAP font families.
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors: Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the font family name. It should match exactly with the defined font families in SAP.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific version of SAP you are using to find a list of supported font families.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you are an administrator, check the system configuration settings related to fonts and printing to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to font handling in your version of SAP.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: After making changes, test the print layout or form to ensure that the error is resolved and that the output is as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TD522 error and ensure that your print layouts and forms function correctly with the appropriate font settings.