How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE171 - Rep. grp &1 &2, symbol &3: char. with multiple values as comparison value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Rep. grp &1 &2, symbol &3: char. with multiple values as comparison value

What causes this issue?

With the report symbol &V3&, which is used in the comparison operation
of a conditional output &V1&&V2&, a characteristic with multiple value
assignment is output. Characteristics with multiple value assignments
cannot be compared with a predefined value or with a characteristic that
can have multiple value assignments.

System Response

You receive a warning during report generation.
The report template can be used despite the warning for report
generation. During report generation, problems can occur if the
characteristic of the symbol &V3& has multiple value assignments at the
time of report generation. In this case, the warning
<DS:NA.CM_REPORT_GEN020>CM_REPORT_GEN020</> is issued by report
generation. The generated report is posted with the status <LS>Generated
with Warning (GW)</>.

How to fix this error?

Limit the value output of symbol &V3& by a range to a value or use the
conditional output within a repeating group for discrete expansion.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE171 - Rep. grp &1 &2, symbol &3: char. with multiple values as comparison value ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE171 typically occurs when you are trying to use a characteristic in a report or query that has multiple values assigned to it, but the system expects a single value for comparison. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating reports, queries, or using selection screens where a characteristic is expected to have a single value.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following:
  
  You are trying to filter or compare a characteristic that has been assigned multiple values, but the system is set up to only accept a single value for that characteristic in the context of the report or query.
  The characteristic in question is likely defined in a way that allows multiple values, but the specific report or query you are using does not support this.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Characteristic Values: Review the values assigned to the characteristic in your report or query. Ensure that you are only using a single value for comparison.
  
  
  Modify the Selection Criteria: If you need to use multiple values, consider modifying the selection criteria to allow for multiple values. This may involve changing the way the report or query is structured.
  
  
  Use a Different Report/Query: If the current report or query does not support multiple values for the characteristic, consider using a different report or query that does.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific report or query you are using to understand how it handles characteristics and values.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to reporting and query creation in SAP, such as SQ01 (Query) or SE38 (ABAP Program).
  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.