How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE125 - Nesting error; ELSE branch repeating group &1&2 without corresp. start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Nesting error; ELSE branch repeating group &1&2 without corresp. start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE125 - Nesting error; ELSE branch repeating group &1&2 without corresp. start ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE125 indicates a nesting error in a report template, specifically related to the ELSE branch of a conditional statement. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch in the structure of the report template, particularly with the conditional logic used in the report layout.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An ELSE branch is defined without a corresponding START branch. This means that the report template is trying to execute an ELSE condition without a preceding IF condition that it should be associated with.
  There may be a structural issue in the report template where the nesting of conditional statements is not properly aligned.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Report Template:
  
  Open the report template in the SAP report painter or report writer.
  Look for the conditional statements (IF...ELSE) in the template.
  
  
  
  Verify Nesting:
  
  Ensure that every ELSE statement has a corresponding IF statement. The structure should be:
  IF condition
    ... (statements)
  ELSE
    ... (statements)
  ENDIF
  
  Make sure that the ELSE branch is correctly nested within the IF statement.
  
  
  
  Correct the Structure:
  
  If you find an ELSE statement without a matching IF, either add the missing IF statement or remove the ELSE statement if it is not needed.
  Ensure that all branches are properly closed and that there are no extra or missing ENDIF statements.
  
  
  
  Test the Report:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, save the report template and test it to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the structure or need further guidance, refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to report templates and conditional logic.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Report Painter/Writer: These tools are used to create and modify reports in SAP. Understanding how to use them effectively is crucial for troubleshooting issues like this.
  Debugging Tools: If the error persists, consider using debugging tools available in SAP to trace the execution of the report and identify where the nesting issue occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on report template issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the nesting error in your SAP report template.