How To Fix CM_REPORT_GEN005 - Error occurred when generating value file; process is canceled

CM_REPORT_GEN005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_GEN - Report Generation

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Error occurred when generating value file; process is canceled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN005 - Error occurred when generating value file; process is canceled ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN005 indicates that there was an issue when generating a value file, and as a result, the process was canceled. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the execution of reports or data extraction processes. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the source tables that the report is trying to access.
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in the report or the underlying data model can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the report may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or execute specific functions.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, the report generation process may fail.
  File Path Issues: The specified path for the output file may not be valid or accessible, leading to a failure