How To Fix CZ136 - Template format is &

CZ136 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Template format is &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ136 - Template format is & ?

  The SAP error message CZ136, which states "Template format is &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's configuration for templates, particularly in the area of SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Project System (PS). This error indicates that there is an issue with the format of a template that is being used in a transaction or report.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Template Format: The template being referenced may not be in the correct format or may be corrupted.
  Missing Template: The template may not exist in the system, or the system cannot access it due to authorization issues.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to templates in the SAP system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data that the template is trying to process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Template Existence: Verify that the template exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction where templates are managed (e.g., transaction