How To Fix CM_REPORT_GEN003 - Suffix of user-defined text document (Doc.No. &1) was not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_GEN - Report Generation

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Suffix of user-defined text document (Doc.No. &1) was not found

What causes this issue?

The suffix of the user-defined text document (document type &v2&,
document number &v1&) could not be determined in report generation.

System Response

The document cannot be output on the report.

How to fix this error?

In the IMG activity <LS>Define Workstationn Applications</> in
Customizing for <ZK>Document Management</>, check whether the required
value for the application has been entered in the <LS>Suffix</> field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN003 - Suffix of user-defined text document (Doc.No. &1) was not found ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN003 indicates that there is an issue with a user-defined text document, specifically that the suffix of the document (identified by the document number &1) was not found. This error typically arises in the context of document management or when trying to access or generate reports that rely on user-defined text documents.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Suffix: The suffix for the specified document number is not defined in the system. This could happen if the document was not properly created or if the suffix was deleted or not configured.
  Incorrect Document Number: The document number provided may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the document types or the text document management settings in SAP.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the document or its suffix.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Number: Verify that the document number provided in the error message is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Suffix Configuration: Check the configuration settings for user-defined text documents in the SAP system. Ensure that the suffix for the document type is defined and active.
  Create or Update Suffix: If the suffix is missing, you may need to create it or update the existing configuration to include the necessary suffix.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the document and its suffix.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing user-defined text documents and their suffixes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink) to check the configuration of document types and suffixes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  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 root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.