How To Fix C$657 - Error generating report request for specification <&>

C$657 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 657

• Message text: Error generating report request for specification <&>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$657 - Error generating report request for specification <&> ?

  The SAP error message C$657, which states "Error generating report request for specification <&>", typically occurs when there is an issue with generating a report in the SAP system. This error can arise from various causes, and here are some common reasons along with potential solutions:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Specification: The specification referenced in the error message may not exist or may be incorrectly defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the report or specification.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data that the report is trying to access, such as missing records or incorrect data formats.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the report from being generated.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as system performance problems, database connectivity issues, or bugs in the report generation logic.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Specification: Verify that the specification mentioned in the error