How To Fix CM_REPORT_GEN021 - No definition is available for symbol &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_GEN - Report Generation

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No definition is available for symbol &1

What causes this issue?

The report symbol &V1&, for which no definition exists, is used in the
report template &V3&.

System Response

Report generation is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the definition for the report symbol &V1& can be created
with the IMG activity <DS:SIMG.EHS_SR_230_10_2>Create Report Symbols</>.
If necessary, you can create the symbol manually using the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.EHS_SR_230_10_4>Check and Specify Report Symbols</>.
If it is not possible to create the necessary definition for the report
symbol &V1&, the symbol must be removed from the report template &V3&
before the template can be used again for report generation.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN021 - No definition is available for symbol &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN021 with the description "No definition is available for symbol &1" typically occurs in the context of reporting or when generating reports in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a definition for a specific symbol (represented by &1) that is expected in the report generation process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Symbol Definition: The symbol referenced in the error message may not be defined in the system. This could be due to a missing configuration or an incorrect reference in the report.
  Transport Issues: If the report or its associated objects were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing definitions.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the report may not have the necessary authorizations to access the symbol or its definition.
  Custom Development: If the report is custom-developed, there may be issues in the code where the symbol is not properly defined or initialized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Symbol Definition: Verify that the symbol referenced in the error message is correctly defined in the system. This may involve checking the report's configuration or the underlying data model.
  Review Report Logic: If you have access to the report's code, review the logic to ensure that all symbols are properly defined and initialized before they are used.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings. Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report and its components. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: If the report is standard SAP functionality, refer to SAP documentation or notes for any known issues or patches related to the error.
  Debugging: If you have the necessary skills, you can debug the report to identify where the symbol is being referenced and why it is not found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding solutions to common errors, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report or module you are working with to understand the expected symbols and their definitions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP reporting.