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How To Fix W+621 - Item & does not exist for area & in layout &


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: W+ -

  • Message number: 621

  • Message text: Item & does not exist for area & in layout &

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    SAP Error Message:

    W+621 Item & does not exist for area & in layout &


    Cause:

    This warning message typically occurs in SAP when you are working with SAPscript or Smart Forms layouts, and the system cannot find a specified item (field or element) in the given area of the layout.

    • The "item" refers to a field or element that is expected to be present in a particular area (like a window, paragraph, or text element) of the form layout.
    • The "area" refers to a specific section or window in the form layout.
    • The "layout" is the form or SAPscript/Smart Form layout name.

    This usually happens when:

    • The form layout does not contain the specified item in the specified area.
    • The item name is misspelled or incorrectly referenced.
    • The form layout has been changed or customized, and the item was removed or renamed.
    • The print program or driver program is trying to access a field that is not defined in the form.

    Solution:

    To resolve this warning, follow these steps:

    1. Check the Form Layout:

      • Open the SAPscript or Smart Form layout in the form painter or Smart Forms transaction.
      • Verify that the item (field) mentioned in the message exists in the specified area (window or paragraph).
      • If the item is missing, add it to the layout or correct the reference.
    2. Check the Print Program:

      • Review the print program or driver program that calls the form.
      • Ensure that the data passed to the form matches the fields expected in the layout.
      • Correct any mismatches in field names or data structures.
    3. Check the Field Names:

      • Verify that the field names used in the print program and the form layout are consistent.
      • Correct any spelling mistakes or naming inconsistencies.
    4. Transport and Version Consistency:

      • If the form or program was recently changed or transported, ensure that the correct versions are active in the system.
      • Sometimes, inconsistencies between development and production systems cause such errors.
    5. Testing:

      • After corrections, test the form printing again to confirm that the warning no longer appears.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • SAPscript: SE71 (Form Painter)
      • Smart Forms: SMARTFORMS
      • Print Program: Usually custom ABAP programs or standard SAP print programs.
    • Message Class:

      • The message class for W+621 is usually related to form or layout errors.
    • SAP Notes:

      • Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this message in your SAP version.
    • Debugging:

      • You can debug the print program or form processing to see where the item is being referenced and why it is missing.

    Summary:

    Aspect Details
    Cause Item (field) referenced in form layout area does not exist or is misspelled.
    Solution Verify and correct the item in the form layout and print program. Ensure consistency in field names and data passed.
    Related Use SE71/SMARTFORMS to check layout; check print program; verify transports and versions.

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