How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE407 - Internal error: Word macro table could not be created or loaded

CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE407 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 407

• Message text: Internal error: Word macro table could not be created or loaded

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Internal error: collection table could not be created.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE407 - Internal error: Word macro table could not be created or loaded ?

  The SAP error message "CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE407 Internal error: Word macro table could not be created or loaded" typically occurs when there is an issue with the integration between SAP and Microsoft Word, particularly when generating reports or templates that rely on Word macros. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Macro Security Settings: The security settings in Microsoft Word may be preventing macros from running. If macros are disabled, SAP may not be able to create or load the necessary macro table.
  Missing or Corrupted Templates: The Word template that SAP is trying to use may be missing, corrupted, or not properly configured.
  Compatibility Issues: There may be compatibility issues between the version of SAP and the version of Microsoft Word being used.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the Word templates or macros.
  Installation Issues: There may be issues with the installation