How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE254 - Error while saving report template &1

CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Error while saving report template &1

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create or change a building block by choosing <LS>Copy
Data for Building Block</>. An error occurred, however, while the system
was saving report template &V1& for the building block.

System Response

The system cannot save the building block as a report template.

How to fix this error?

Check report template &V1& for the building block under <DS:TRAN.CG42>
Edit Report Templates</> and correct the error.
If you are unable to correct the error, contact your system
administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the configuration of the document management system.
Check the building block data in the document management system.
Process the messages for object EHTE and for subobject BBCATALOG in the
<DS:TRAN.SLG1>application log</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE254 - Error while saving report template &1 ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE254, which states "Error while saving report template &1," typically occurs when there is an issue with saving a report template in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to create or modify report templates.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or invalid data in the report template that prevent it from being saved.
  Technical Errors: There could be a technical issue with the SAP system, such as a database error or a problem with the application server.
  Template Name Conflicts: The report template name may already exist, or there may be restrictions on naming conventions.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict the saving of report templates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify report templates. This can be done by checking the user's roles