How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE601 - Error when saving document

CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE601 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Error when saving document

What causes this issue?

Macro error in Microsoft Word: The document template could not be saved
to the local hard disk.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Your data cannot be saved in the SAP system. However, you can copy your
your data to the clipboard as follows:
In the Windows Wordprocessor Integration (WWI) window, choose <LS>Edit
-> Select All</>, then <LS>Edit -> Copy</>.
After restarting WWI, choose <LS>Edit -> Paste</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE601 - Error when saving document ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE601 typically occurs when there is an issue related to the report template in the SAP system, particularly when trying to save a document. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing authorizations, or problems with the report template itself.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Template: The report template you are trying to use may not exist, or it may be incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to save documents using the specified report template.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data being processed or saved.
  System Configuration: There could be issues with the configuration settings related to the report templates in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Template Configuration:
  
  Verify that the report template exists and is correctly configured in the system.
  Ensure that the template is active and not in a locked state.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have