This did get a fix earlier. We have posted the patch files and instructions on our WHY2 extensions manuals site. Please refer to it for this solution along with a easy file download and instructions.
https://why2central.net/patch/abantecart-v1-4-2-novator-template-text-sale-patch-file/
https://why2central.net/patch/abantecart-v1-4-2-novator-template-text-sale-patch-file/