How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE108 - Validity area &1 is not defined in Customizing table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Validity area &1 is not defined in Customizing table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE108 - Validity area &1 is not defined in Customizing table &2 ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE108 indicates that a validity area specified in a report template is not defined in the relevant customizing table. This typically occurs when a report is trying to access a validity area that has not been set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The validity area referenced in the report template is not defined in the customizing settings of the SAP system.
  Incorrect Template: The report template may be incorrectly configured or may reference an outdated or incorrect validity area.
  Transport Issues: If the report template was transported from another system, the necessary customizing settings may not have been transported along with it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (usually in SPRO) and check the settings for the validity area in the corresponding customizing table.
  Ensure that the validity area you are trying to use is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define Validity Area:
  
  If the validity area is indeed missing, you will need to create it in the customizing table. This typically involves:
  
  Navigating to the appropriate section in SPRO.
  Adding the missing validity area with the required parameters.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Report Template:
  
  Open the report template in question and verify that it is referencing the correct validity area.
  If necessary, update the template to point to a valid area.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary customizing settings were included.
  If not, you may need to manually adjust the settings in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the customizing table and validity areas relevant to your module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Customizing Table: The specific customizing table referenced in the error message (denoted as &2) will depend on the context of the report and the module you are working with. Common tables might include those related to material management, sales, or other functional areas.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) to navigate through the system and make necessary adjustments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the validity area is correctly defined in your SAP system.