How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE453 - Enter the user exit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 453

• Message text: Enter the user exit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE453 - Enter the user exit ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE453, which states "Enter the user exit," typically occurs in the context of report generation or when customizing reports in SAP. This error indicates that a user exit (a point in the program where you can add your own code) is required but has not been specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing User Exit Specification: The report or program you are trying to run requires a user exit to be defined, but it has not been provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the report settings or in the user exit settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or define the user exit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the User Exit:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (often SE80 or SE38) to find the report or program.
  Check if there is a user exit available for the report. This can usually be found in the documentation or by looking at the code.
  If you have the necessary development access, you can implement the user exit by writing the required code.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the report configuration is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like SPRO or specific customizing transactions related to the report.
  Verify that all necessary parameters are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report and access the user exit. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific report or program to understand the requirements for the user exit.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Exits: User exits are predefined points in SAP programs where you can add your own code to enhance or modify the standard functionality.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator), SE38 (ABAP Editor), and SPRO (Customizing) for navigating and configuring reports.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE453 error and successfully run your report.