How To Fix CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE652 - Select an area in the report template

CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE652 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE - Report Templates

• Message number: 652

• Message text: Select an area in the report template

What causes this issue?

The required area cannot be copied by Microsoft Word because you have
not yet selected anything.

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?

Select the required area and copy this again.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE652 - Details

• The SAP error message "CM_REPORT_TEMPLATE652: Select an area in the report template" typically occurs when a user attempts to execute or manipulate a report template without having a specific area or section selected within the report. This can happen in various SAP modules that utilize report templates, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP ERP.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Made: The user has not selected any specific area or section of the report template before trying to execute or modify it.
  Incorrect Navigation: The user may have navigated incorrectly within the report template, leading to a lack of selection.
  Template Configuration: The report template may not be properly configured to allow for selections.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select an Area: Ensure that you have selected a specific area or section of the report template before executing the report. This could be a data area, a chart, or any other component of the report.
  Check Navigation: Review your navigation within the