How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE158 - Repeating group &1 &2, symbol &3: Enter a comparison value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Repeating group &1 &2, symbol &3: Enter a comparison value

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Note the following when entering the comparison value:
Enter a string for a text comparison in double quotation marks.
Enter <LB>S:</> before a symbol.
Enter decimal numbers with a period as the decimal separator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE158 - Repeating group &1 &2, symbol &3: Enter a comparison value ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE158 typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying reports, particularly when dealing with report templates that involve repeating groups. This error indicates that a comparison value is required for a specific symbol in the repeating group.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A repeating group in the report template is defined, but a necessary comparison value for one of the symbols (fields) within that group has not been provided.
  The report logic expects a comparison value to evaluate conditions or filters, but it is missing, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE158, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Report Template:
  
  Open the report template where the error is occurring.
  Identify the repeating group mentioned in the error message (indicated by &1 and &2).
  Look for the symbol (indicated by &3) that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Provide a Comparison Value:
  
  Ensure that a valid comparison value is entered for the symbol in question. This could be a specific value, a variable, or a parameter that the report can use for comparison.
  If the symbol is supposed to be dynamic, ensure that it is correctly defined and that the logic to populate it is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Validate Logic:
  
  Review the logic associated with the repeating group and the symbols. Ensure that all necessary conditions are met and that there are no missing links in the data flow.
  If the report is pulling data from multiple sources, ensure that all sources are correctly configured and accessible.
  
  
  
  Test the Report:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the report to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the report generates as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the specific requirements for the comparison value, refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to report templates and repeating groups.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Resources: Consider training sessions or resources on report creation and management in SAP to better understand how to handle such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully generate your report.