How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE173 - Input template &1 is set up incorrectly

CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Input template &1 is set up incorrectly

What causes this issue?

The input template for numerical values specified in the symbol is
structured incorrectly. The input template contains incorrect characters
or the input template#s characters are in the incorrect order.

System Response

The report template can be used for report generation despite the
incorrect input template.
During report generation, however, a numerical formatting cannot be
carried out with the input template. The symbol value is output
unformatted in the report. A corresponding warning is written in the
generation log. The generated report has the status <ZK>Generated with
Warning</>.

How to fix this error?

Replace &V1& with a correct input template.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE173 - Input template &1 is set up incorrectly ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE173 indicates that there is an issue with the input template specified in the system. This error typically arises when the template is not configured correctly or is missing required settings. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The input template may not be set up according to the required specifications. This could include missing fields, incorrect data types, or improper formatting.
  Template Not Found: The specified template may not exist in the system or may have been deleted or renamed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or use the specified template.
  Version Mismatch: The template may be incompatible with the version of the SAP system being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Template Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code related to the template (e.g., CMOD, SE80, or SE11) and verify that the template is correctly configured.
  Ensure that all required fields are present and