How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE605 - Symbol for error message was not found in report template

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Symbol for error message was not found in report template

What causes this issue?

A text marker is stored in the report template for each error message
and warning. This text marker could not be found.

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?

Check whether:
You deleted the error message or the text marker inadvertently
The symbol is in the header or footer of the report template

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE605 - Symbol for error message was not found in report template ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE605 indicates that the system could not find a symbol in the report template. This typically occurs when there is a missing or incorrectly defined symbol in the report template that is being used for generating reports.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Symbol: The symbol referenced in the report template does not exist or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Template Configuration: The report template may not be configured correctly, leading to references to non-existent symbols.
  Transport Issues: If the report template was transported from one system to another, some symbols may not have been included in the transport.
  Version Mismatch: The report template may be using a version of a symbol that is not available in the current environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Report Template: Review the report template to ensure that all symbols referenced are defined and exist in the system.
  Recreate Missing Symbols: If a symbol is missing, recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Update Template: If the template is outdated, consider updating it to ensure compatibility with the current system.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure all necessary objects were included.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly define and use symbols in report templates.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to identify where the error is occurring.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to report templates and symbols for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.