How To Fix CM_REPORT_GEN_AV100 - Status of the specification prevents report generation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_GEN_AV - Worklist Generation

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Status of the specification prevents report generation

What causes this issue?

Due to a status entry for specification &v2&, the system could not
generate the following data in the report:
Specification &v2&
Report generation variant &v1&
Date &v3&
Language &v4&

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

A status that prohibits report generation is assigned to the usage,
made up of the leading validity area and rating in the report generation
variant &v1&.

System Response

Report generation is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Choose one of the following:
Assign a status entry that allows generation to the usage in the header
data for specification &v2& on the <LS>Status</> tab page.
Delete the status entry that prohibits generation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN_AV100 - Status of the specification prevents report generation ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN_AV100 indicates that the status of a specification prevents the generation of a report. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Product Safety and Compliance (often related to the management of material safety data sheets or specifications).
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Specification Status: The specification you are trying to generate a report for is in a status that does not allow report generation. For example, it might be in a "Draft" or "Inactive" status.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to generate reports for specifications in certain statuses.
  Incomplete Data: The specification may be missing required data or may not be fully approved, which can also prevent report generation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Specification Status:
  
  Navigate to the specification in question and check its status. Ensure that it is in an "Active" or "Approved" status that allows report generation.
  If the specification is in a "Draft" or "Inactive" status, you may need to change its status to "Active" or "Approved" as appropriate.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to generate reports for the specification. If you do not have the required authorizations, contact your SAP administrator to request the necessary access.
  
  
  
  Complete Required Data:
  
  Verify that all required fields and data are filled out in the specification. If any mandatory information is missing, complete it and save the specification.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the status definitions and requirements for report generation.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like C202 (for specifications) or C223 (for report generation) to navigate to the relevant areas in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  User Roles: Review user roles and profiles to ensure that they align with the necessary permissions for report generation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to enable report generation successfully.