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How To Fix CBGLAPI117 - Report template for print request &1 is no longer valid


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CBGLAPI - GLM-API: Standard Messages

  • Message number: 117

  • Message text: Report template for print request &1 is no longer valid

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  • What causes this issue?

    You can display print request &V1& but you <ZH>cannot</> print, edit, or
    copy it because the report template for the print request is no longer
    valid or does not have the status <LS>Released</>.
    Print requests are generated exclusively based on report templates that
    have been released. Since print requests can remain in the system for
    long periods of time, the report template on which the print request is
    based may be invalid or may no longer have the status <LS>Released</>.
    This prevents you from printing labels with invalid report templates.

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    Generate the print request on the basis of a released report template.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CBGLAPI117 - Report template for print request &1 is no longer valid ?

    The SAP error message CBGLAPI117 indicates that the report template for a print request is no longer valid. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with print requests in SAP systems, such as when generating reports or documents.

    Cause:

    1. Template Deletion or Modification: The report template that was previously used for the print request may have been deleted or modified in a way that makes it incompatible with the current request.
    2. Transport Issues: If the report template was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been properly transported or activated.
    3. Versioning: The template may have been updated or replaced with a new version, and the old version is no longer valid.
    4. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report template.

    Solution:

    1. Check Template Status: Verify if the report template exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SMARTFORMS, SE78, or the specific transaction related to the report).
    2. Recreate or Restore Template: If the template has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
    3. Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-transport the template.
    4. Update Print Request: If the template has been updated, ensure that the print request is using the correct version of the template.
    5. Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the report template.
    6. Consult Documentation: Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report or template for any known issues or updates.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Depending on the type of report, you may use transaction codes like SMARTFORMS, SE78, or others to manage and check report templates.
    • SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
    • System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.

    If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.

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