How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE203 - Status change is not possible for template &1; see long text

CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE203 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Status change is not possible for template &1; see long text

What causes this issue?

The required status change for the template &v1& is not possible because
the status <ZH>&V3&</> of the dependent template &V2& could not be
changed to the status <ZH>For Checking</>.

System Response

The required status change was not done.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE203 - Status change is not possible for template &1; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE203 indicates that a status change is not possible for a specific report template. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's reporting tools, particularly when dealing with report templates in the SAP Controlling (CO) or other modules that utilize report templates.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Status: The report template may be in a status that does not allow for the requested change. For example, if the template is already in a "finalized" or "locked" status, it may not be possible to change it.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to change the status may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked objects that prevent the status change. For instance, if the report template is being used in an active report or has associated data that is still in use.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in