How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE481 - Document &1 with version &2 does not exist in Document Management System

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Document &1 with version &2 does not exist in Document Management System

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?

INCLUDE EHS_NA_CORRECT_YOUR_ENTRY OBJECT DOKU ID TX
Also check whether the document type and version are correct.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE481 - Document &1 with version &2 does not exist in Document Management System ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE481 indicates that a specific document (identified by the document number &1 and version &2) does not exist in the Document Management System (DMS). This error typically arises when trying to access or reference a document that has not been created, has been deleted, or is not properly linked in the DMS.
  Causes:
  
  Document Not Created: The document may not have been created in the DMS.
  Incorrect Document Number or Version: The document number or version specified may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Document Deleted: The document may have been deleted from the DMS.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view the document.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings in the DMS.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Document Existence:
  
  Check if the document with the specified number and version exists in the DMS. You can do this by navigating to the DMS transaction (e.g., CV03N) and searching for the document.
  
  
  
  Check Document Number and Version:
  
  Ensure that the document number and version you are trying to access are correct. Double-check for any typos or errors.
  
  
  
  Create the Document:
  
  If the document does not exist, you may need to create it in the DMS. Use the appropriate transaction (e.g., CV01N) to create a new document.
  
  
  
  Review Deletion:
  
  If the document was deleted, check if it can be restored or if a backup exists.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the document. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult with DMS Administrator:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your DMS administrator or SAP support team to investigate any underlying issues with the DMS configuration or data integrity.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CV03N: Display Document
  CV01N: Create Document
  CV02N: Change Document
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to DMS and this specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Document Management System for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.