How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE201 - Releasing template &1 is not possible; included template &2 has status &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Releasing template &1 is not possible; included template &2 has status &3

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?

Change the status of the included template &V2& to the status
<LS>Released</>.
Release the template &V1& again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE201 - Releasing template &1 is not possible; included template &2 has status &3 ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE201 indicates that there is an issue with releasing a report template due to the status of an included template. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message and potential solutions:
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to release a report template (denoted as &1) that includes another template (denoted as &2) which has a status that prevents it from being released. The status of the included template is indicated as &3, which could be one of the following:
  
  In Development: The template is still being worked on and is not ready for release.
  Inactive: The template is not active and cannot be included in a released template.
  Locked: The template is locked for editing or release by another user or process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Included Template:
  
  Navigate to the included template (template &2) in the SAP system.
  Check its status to determine why it cannot be released. You can do this by using transaction codes like CMOD or SE80 to view the template details.
  
  
  
  Change the Status:
  
  If the included template is in development, complete the necessary changes and mark it for release.
  If it is inactive, activate the template.
  If it is locked, check if another user is editing it or if there is a system lock. You may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has it locked.
  
  
  
  Reattempt the Release:
  
  Once the status of the included template is corrected, go back to the original template (template &1) and attempt to release it again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the statuses or how to change them, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing report templates.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the status and making necessary changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator) and CMOD (Enhancement Management) for managing templates.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the status of templates.
  Documentation: Review SAP notes and documentation related to report templates and their statuses for more detailed troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully release the report template.