How To Fix TD853 - No prototypes of document templates exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 853

• Message text: No prototypes of document templates exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TD853 - No prototypes of document templates exist ?

  The SAP error message TD853 ("No prototypes of document templates exist") typically occurs when you are trying to create or use a document template in SAP, but the system cannot find any existing prototypes for that template. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of document management or when working with forms.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Templates: The most common cause is that there are no document templates (prototypes) defined in the system for the specific type of document you are trying to create or use.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for document templates may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing any available prototypes.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document templates, which can lead to this error.
  System Issues: There could be issues with the SAP system itself, such as inconsistencies in the database or missing transport requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Templates:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction SO10 for text modules or transaction SFP for forms).
  Verify if the required document templates are created and available in the system.
  If not, you may need to create new document templates or prototypes.
  
  
  
  Create Document Template:
  
  If no prototypes exist, you can create a new document template using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., SFP for Smart Forms, SE78 for SAPscript).
  Ensure that the template is properly configured and saved.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to document templates in the relevant module (e.g., customizing settings in SPRO).
  Ensure that the document types and templates are correctly linked.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use document templates.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any system inconsistencies or errors in the logs.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to perform a system check or to look for any transport issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SO10 (Text Modules), SFP (Smart Forms), and SE78 (SAPscript).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on creating and managing document templates.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TD853 error and successfully work with document templates in SAP.