How To Fix 2C009 - Parameter "design name" is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 2C - Customizing Char. Value Assignment

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Parameter "design name" is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 2C009 - Parameter "design name" is empty ?

  The SAP error message 2C009 with the description "Parameter 'design name' is empty" typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP Crystal Reports when a report or a design object is being executed or processed, and the system cannot find a specified design name.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Design Name: The report or object that is being called does not have a specified design name, which is required for the system to locate and execute it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the report or the application may not be set correctly, leading to the absence of a design name.
  Corrupted Report: The report file may be corrupted or improperly saved, resulting in missing metadata, including the design name.
  User Permissions: The user executing the report may not have the necessary permissions to access the design name or the report itself.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Check Report Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the report or design object has a valid design name specified in its properties.
  Open the report in the design tool (e.g., Crystal Reports) and verify that the design name is correctly set.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Report:
  
  If the report is corrupted, consider recreating it from scratch or restoring it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Check the user permissions to ensure that the user has access to the report and its design name. Adjust permissions if necessary.
  
  
  
  Update or Repair Software:
  
  Ensure that your SAP BusinessObjects or Crystal Reports software is up to date. Sometimes, bugs in the software can lead to such errors, and updates may contain fixes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation or support resources for additional troubleshooting steps specific to your version of the software.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BusinessObjects: A suite of front-end applications that allow business users to view, sort, and analyze business intelligence data.
  SAP Crystal Reports: A business intelligence application used to design reports from a wide range of data sources.
  Error Codes: Familiarize yourself with other common error codes in SAP systems, as they may provide additional context or related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 2C009 in your SAP environment.