How To Fix CM_REPORT005 - Due to a report reference, the report cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT - Report (general)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Due to a report reference, the report cannot be created

What causes this issue?

A new report cannot be created because a report with generation variant
&V2& and language &V3& is already assigned to the specification &V1& via
a report reference.

System Response

The new report is not created.

How to fix this error?

If you want to create your own report for specification &V1& (generation
variant &V2& / &V3&), remove the existing report reference in report
management.
Otherwise, you can create a new version for the referenced report.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT005 - Due to a report reference, the report cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT005 indicates that there is an issue with creating a report due to a reference to another report. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting tools, such as SAP Crystal Reports or SAP BW (Business Warehouse), where reports may depend on other reports or data sources.
  Cause:
  
  Report Dependency: The report you are trying to create may reference another report that is either missing, deleted, or not accessible due to permissions.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the report settings or in the data source that prevent the report from being generated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the referenced report or data.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source for the report may be unavailable or incorrectly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Report References: Verify that all referenced reports exist and are accessible. Ensure that the paths and names are correct.
  Review Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access both the report being created and any referenced reports.
  Validate Configuration: Check the configuration settings of the report. Ensure that all parameters and data sources are correctly set up.
  Test Data Sources: Ensure that the data sources used in the report are available and functioning correctly. Test the connections to the databases or data sources.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with details about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CM_REPORT005 error in SAP.