How To Fix TD757 - Unknown format in the text to be included

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 757

• Message text: Unknown format in the text to be included

What causes this issue?

In the text to be included, there are character or paragraph formats
that are not defined in the current text. Therefore the PC editor could
not include the text.

System Response

The operation could not be executed in the PC editor.

How to fix this error?

Branch to the line editor to include the text or change the formats
accordingly.
To change the formats, you can use the syntax check (Text -> Check ->
-> Normal). In the form maintenance, you can check all form window
texts at once by choosing Form -> Check -> Texts.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD757 - Unknown format in the text to be included ?

  The SAP error message TD757, which states "Unknown format in the text to be included," typically occurs when there is an issue with the formatting of text that is being processed in SAP, particularly in relation to text elements or text objects. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when working with SmartForms, SAPscript, or other text-related functionalities.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Formatting: The text being included may contain unsupported or invalid formatting codes or characters.
  Corrupted Text Elements: The text elements or objects being referenced may be corrupted or not properly defined.
  Incompatible Text Types: The text type being used may not be compatible with the expected format in the context where it is being used.
  Missing Text Elements: The text element being referenced may not exist or may have been deleted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Text Formatting: Review the text being included for any unsupported formatting codes or characters. Ensure that the text adheres to the expected format.
  Validate Text Elements: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE78 for SAPscript or SMARTFORMS for SmartForms) and check the text elements for any inconsistencies or corruption.
  Recreate Text Elements: If a text element is found to be corrupted, consider recreating it from scratch to ensure it is properly defined.
  Use Standard Formats: Ensure that you are using standard text formats that are recognized by SAP. Avoid using custom or non-standard formats unless necessary.
  Check for Missing Elements: Verify that all referenced text elements exist and are correctly defined in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE78 (for SAPscript), SMARTFORMS (for SmartForms), and SE61 (for maintaining documentation).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to text handling, SAPscript, and SmartForms for best practices and guidelines on formatting and including text.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.