How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE101 - Parameter object &1 is not defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Parameter object &1 is not defined in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE101 - Parameter object &1 is not defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE101 indicates that a parameter object specified in a report template is not defined in the Customizing settings. This typically occurs when a report template is trying to reference a parameter that has not been properly configured or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Customizing Entries: The parameter object referenced in the report template is not defined in the Customizing settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The parameter might have been incorrectly configured or deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the report template was transported from another system, the necessary Customizing settings may not have been transported along with it.
  Version Mismatch: The report template may be designed for a different version of the software where the parameter was defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant Customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where the parameter object should be defined.
  Ensure that the parameter object is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Define the Parameter Object:
  
  If the parameter object is missing, you may need to create it in the Customizing settings. This typically involves defining the parameter in the relevant configuration area.
  
  
  
  Review Report Template:
  
  Open the report template and verify that the parameter object is correctly referenced. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary Customizing settings were included. You may need to re-transport the missing settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report template and parameter object for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical issue affecting business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE38 (ABAP Editor) for debugging.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific report template or parameter object for known issues and fixes.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or application area to understand the expected configuration for report templates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE101 error message.