How To Fix CONT_TOOLS_E163 - Please schedule the check reports first.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS_E - Messages for BI CONTENT TOOLS

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Please schedule the check reports first.

What causes this issue?

You have selected the transport filter, but you did schedule the check
reports before. Therefore you will not get any results by using the
transport filter.

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?

Schedule the check reports and use the transport filter again if the
check reports have been finished.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E163 - Please schedule the check reports first. ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E163 with the description "Please schedule the check reports first" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Continuous Compliance and Monitoring tools. This error indicates that certain prerequisite check reports need to be executed before proceeding with the operation you are attempting.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user tries to execute a function or process that requires prior validation or checks to be completed. These checks are usually part of a compliance or monitoring framework within SAP, ensuring that the system is in a proper state before further actions are taken.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Required Check Reports: Determine which check reports are necessary for the operation you are trying to perform. This information can often be found in the documentation for the specific SAP module or tool you are using.
  
  
  Schedule the Check Reports:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction code in SAP (often this could be something like SM37 for job monitoring or a specific transaction for compliance checks).
  Schedule the required check reports to run. This may involve setting up a background job or executing the reports manually, depending on your system's configuration and your user permissions.
  
  
  
  Monitor the Execution: After scheduling the reports, monitor their execution to ensure they complete successfully. You can check the job status in the job monitoring transaction.
  
  
  Review Results: Once the check reports have been executed, review their results to ensure that there are no issues that would prevent you from proceeding with your original task.
  
  
  Retry the Original Operation: After confirming that the check reports have been successfully executed and any issues have been addressed, retry the operation that initially triggered the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with, as it may provide additional context or specific steps related to the error.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to schedule and execute the required check reports. If you do not have the required access, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.