How To Fix C$861 - Report category & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C$ -

• Message number: 861

• Message text: Report category & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C$861 - Report category & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message C$861, which states "Report category & is not defined," typically occurs when a report category that is being referenced in a report or transaction is not defined in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as configuration issues, missing entries in the relevant tables, or incorrect settings in the report.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The report category may not have been set up in the system.
  Incorrect Report Category: The report may be trying to use a category that does not exist or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report category.
  Transport Issues: If the report category was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where report categories are defined.
  Ensure that the report category in question is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define the Report Category:
  
  If the report category is missing, you may need to create it. This typically involves defining the category in the appropriate customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Report Settings:
  
  Check the report settings to ensure that the correct report category is being referenced. If it is incorrect, update it to the correct category.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report category. This may involve checking user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the report category was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure it was included and successfully imported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the report category in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SPRO (Customizing) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.