How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE150 - Template &1: Symbol &2 has no master repeating group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Template &1: Symbol &2 has no master repeating group

What causes this issue?

In the context of the included document template &V1&, the symbol &V2&
is defined without a master repeating group.

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?

INCLUDE EHS_NA_CHECK_TEMPLATES OBJECT DOKU ID TX
INCLUDE EHS_NA_CHECK_TEMPLATES02 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE150 - Template &1: Symbol &2 has no master repeating group ?

  The SAP error message "CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE150 Template &1: Symbol &2 has no master repeating group" typically occurs in the context of SAP Crystal Reports or SAP BusinessObjects when working with report templates. This error indicates that a specific symbol (or field) in the report template is referencing a master repeating group that does not exist or is not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Group: The symbol (field) in question is trying to reference a master group that has not been defined in the report.
  Incorrect Grouping: The report may have been designed with incorrect or incomplete grouping settings, leading to the absence of the expected master group.
  Template Corruption: The report template may be corrupted or improperly configured, causing the system to fail to recognize the necessary group structure.
  Changes in Data Source: If the underlying data source has changed (e.g., fields were removed or renamed), it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Grouping Settings:
  
  Open the report in the report designer.
  Verify that the master group is defined correctly. Ensure that the grouping levels are set up as intended.
  If necessary, recreate the master group.
  
  
  
  Review Symbol References:
  
  Identify the symbol (field) that is causing the error.
  Check its properties and ensure it is correctly linked to a valid master group.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Report:
  
  If the report template is corrupted, consider recreating the report from scratch or using a backup version of the report template.
  
  
  
  Update Data Source:
  
  If there have been changes to the data source, update the report to reflect these changes. Ensure that all fields referenced in the report are available in the data source.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for specific guidance related to the version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run the report again to see if the error persists. 
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Crystal Reports Documentation: Review the official documentation for Crystal Reports for more detailed information on grouping and report design.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to seek advice from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.