How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE141 - Symbol &1: Document type &2 is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Symbol &1: Document type &2 is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You attempted to include a template of the document type &V2&.
Only the following document types are permitted, however:
DBV (Cover sheet template)
EBV (Acknowledgement of receipt template)
SBV (Report template)

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter one of the above named document types or no document type. If you
do not enter a document type, the system uses the document type for
the template you are currently editing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE141 - Symbol &1: Document type &2 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE141 with the description "Symbol &1: Document type &2 is not permitted" typically occurs in the context of using report templates or when trying to generate reports in SAP. This error indicates that the document type specified in the report template is not allowed or recognized in the current context.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type specified in the report template may not be valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of certain document types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified document type.
  Template Settings: The report template itself may have been incorrectly set up, leading to the use of an unsupported document type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type: Verify that the document type specified in the report template is valid and allowed for the operation you are trying to perform. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., FI, CO, MM).
  
  
  Review Template Configuration: Go to the report template settings and ensure that the document type is correctly configured. If necessary, update the template to use a valid document type.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations to access the specified document type. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the report template and document types. This can provide insights into any restrictions or requirements.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access report templates or document type configurations (e.g., SE38 for report execution, SPRO for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates related to report templates and document types.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.