How To Fix UWS_FORMS005 - Text elements in language & do not exist or are incomplete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UWS_FORMS - Messages Package UWS_FORMS

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Text elements in language & do not exist or are incomplete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UWS_FORMS005 - Text elements in language & do not exist or are incomplete ?

  The SAP error message UWS_FORMS005 indicates that there are issues with text elements in a specific language for a form or a report. This typically occurs when the system is trying to access text elements (like labels, messages, or other UI components) that are either missing or incomplete for the specified language.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Text Elements: The text elements for the specified language are not defined in the system.
  Incomplete Text Elements: Some text elements may be defined but not fully populated, leading to incomplete information.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the system may not match the available text elements.
  Transport Issues: If the text elements were recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Text Elements:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE63 (Translation) or SE78 (SAPscript forms) to check if the text elements for the specific language are defined.
  Ensure that all necessary text elements