How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE216 - No building block found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 216

• Message text: No building block found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE216 - No building block found ?

  The SAP error message "CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE216 No building block found" typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting tools, particularly when dealing with report templates or building blocks in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a required building block that is necessary for generating the report.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Building Block: The specific building block that the report template is trying to reference does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The report template may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a non-existent or deleted building block.
  Transport Issues: If the building block was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or may not exist in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the building block.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Building Block Existence:
  
  Verify if the building block exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or area where building blocks are managed.
  
  
  
  Review Report Template Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the report template to ensure that it is correctly pointing to the existing building blocks. Make any necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the building block was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully transported. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the building block. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations.
  
  
  
  Recreate Building Block:
  
  If the building block is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it based on the specifications required by the report template.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the report template and building blocks.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.