How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE165 - Rep. grp &1 &2: Mult. value assgnmts are permitted in the characteristics

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Rep. grp &1 &2: Mult. value assgnmts are permitted in the characteristics

What causes this issue?

The symbols in the repeating group &V1& &V2& contain characteristics
that allow multiple value assignments. The value assignments are
compared using the comparison operator &V3&.
In report generation conditional output, multiple value assignments can
only be compared using the comparison operators EQ and NE.

System Response

If the system finds multiple value assignments for a characteristic in
report generation that have to be compared using the comparison operator
&V3&, it cancels report generation.

How to fix this error?

Check the characteristic values of the specification for which you want
to generate a report. Change the comparison operator if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE165 - Rep. grp &1 &2: Mult. value assgnmts are permitted in the characteristics ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE165 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of multiple values to characteristics in a report group. This error typically arises when the system expects a single value assignment for a characteristic, but multiple values have been assigned instead.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Value Assignments: The error occurs when a characteristic in a report group is set up to allow only a single value, but multiple values have been assigned to it.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the report group or the characteristics may not be set up correctly to handle multiple assignments.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently entered multiple values for a characteristic that is not configured to accept them.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the report group and check the characteristics involved.
  Ensure that the characteristics are configured to allow multiple value assignments if that is the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Value Assignments:
  
  Review the values assigned to the characteristics in the report group.
  If multiple values are assigned where only one is allowed, modify the assignments to comply with the expected configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Report Group Settings:
  
  If the report group is intended to handle multiple values, you may need to adjust its settings to allow for this.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to make necessary changes.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly assign values to characteristics in the report group to avoid future errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to the module you are working with (e.g., SAP Controlling, SAP Material Management) for detailed information on characteristics and report groups.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CT04 (for characteristics) or CVI1 (for report groups) to check and modify settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.