How To Fix CM_REPORT_IMP_EXP012 - No valid report categories exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_IMP_EXP - Reports Import/Export

• Message number: 012

• Message text: No valid report categories exist

What causes this issue?

You have tried to import a single report for report generation variant
&V1&. However, a report category allowing the import of single reports
is not assigned to the report generation variant.

System Response

The single report is not imported.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

If you want to import single reports for reports of the report category
to which the report generation variant &V1& is assigned, call the
Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.EHS_SR_250_01>Specify Report Categories</>
and select the <ZK><LS>Import perm.</></> checkbox.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_IMP_EXP012 - No valid report categories exist ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_IMP_EXP012 indicates that there are no valid report categories available for the report you are trying to access or generate. This can occur in various contexts within SAP, particularly when dealing with reporting tools or functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The report categories may not have been configured in the system. This could be due to a lack of setup in the relevant customizing settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report categories.
  Data Issues: There may be no data available in the report categories, or the categories may have been deleted or deactivated.
  System Errors: There could be a temporary system issue or inconsistency in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and ensure that the report categories are defined and active.
  Verify that the necessary settings for the report categories are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has access to the report categories.
  Use transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Data Verification:
  
  Ensure that there is data available for the report categories you are trying to access.
  Check if the report categories have been inadvertently deleted or deactivated.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking for any system errors or inconsistencies. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis team to perform a system check or restart services if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report or module you are working with for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SU53 (Authorization Check), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.