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

CM_REPORT005 - Overview

• 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