How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE415 - Error occurred while creating or downloading WWILAYT.INI file

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 415

• Message text: Error occurred while creating or downloading WWILAYT.INI file

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

You cannot edit report templates without errors:
Color settings are not working.
Visible names are not being inserted.
Phrase settings are not working.
Wizard settings are not working.

How to fix this error?

Check the following:
Is there still space on the hard disk?
Is the WWILAYT.INI file in the TEMP directory?

Procedure for System Administrators

Empty the temporary directory TEMP.
Start editing the report templates by restarting the <ZK>Windows
Wordprocessor Integration</> program.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE415 - Error occurred while creating or downloading WWILAYT.INI file ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE415, which indicates that an error occurred while creating or downloading the WWILAYT.INI file, typically relates to issues with report templates or configuration files in the SAP system. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  File System Permissions: The user or the system may not have the necessary permissions to create or write to the directory where the WWILAYT.INI file is supposed to be saved.
  Disk Space Issues: There may not be enough disk space on the server or the local machine to create the INI file.
  Network Issues: If the file is being downloaded from a remote server, network connectivity issues could prevent the file from being accessed or downloaded.
  Configuration Errors: There may be incorrect settings in the SAP configuration that are preventing the file from being created or downloaded.
  Corrupted Files: The existing WWILAYT.INI file may be corrupted, leading to issues when the system attempts to access or modify it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to write to the directory where the WWILAYT.INI file is being created. Adjust permissions as needed.
  Free Up Disk Space: Check the available disk space on the server or local machine and free up space if necessary.
  Verify Network Connectivity: If the file is being downloaded from a remote location, check the network connection and ensure that the server is reachable.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the SAP configuration settings related to report templates and ensure they are correctly set up.
  Delete or Rename Existing INI File: If the existing WWILAYT.INI file is suspected to be corrupted, try deleting or renaming it so that a new one can be created.
  Check SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates that fix known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may have additional insights or solutions based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context for the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to report templates and configuration files for any specific requirements or troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE415 error message.