How To Fix CM_REPORT_GEN033 - Unable to read phrase &2 for filter symbol &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_GEN - Report Generation

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Unable to read phrase &2 for filter symbol &1

What causes this issue?

An error (&V4&) occurred while executing comparison function &V3&. The
phrase with key &V2& was supposed to be read by this function.

System Response

It was not possible to read the phrase with key &V2&. Comparison
function &V3& is terminated due to a filter criterion that is <ZH>not</>
met.

How to fix this error?

Check in phrase management whether a phrase with the specified key
exists.
&ADDITIONAL_HINTS&
For more information about the comparison functions, see the
<DS:TX.CSM-RG-SSEQFLT>Filtering Value Assignment Instances</>
documentation.

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_GEN033 - Unable to read phrase &2 for filter symbol &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN033, which states "Unable to read phrase &2 for filter symbol &1," typically occurs in the context of reporting or when generating reports in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve a specific phrase or text associated with a filter symbol, which can hinder the report generation process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Text Elements: The phrase or text associated with the filter symbol may not be defined in the system. This can happen if the text elements were not created or were deleted.
  Language Issues: The phrase might not be available in the language that the user is currently using. If the text exists in one language but not in another, this error can occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the report or the filter symbols, leading to the inability to retrieve the necessary text.
  Transport Issues: If the report or its associated texts were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Text Elements: Verify that the text elements for the filter symbol are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE63 for translation) and checking if the text exists.
  Language Settings: Ensure that the necessary texts are available in the language you are using. If not, you may need to create or translate the missing texts.
  Review Report Configuration: Check the configuration of the report and the filter symbols to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the report's settings in the relevant transaction (e.g., SQ01 for query reports).
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate problems with the transport of text elements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report or filter symbol for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE63 (Translation), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SQ01 (Query) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report and its associated texts.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.