How To Fix DS475 - Internal error: Invalid report type passed

DS475 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS - Messages for Editing Text Elements in ABAP Programs

• Message number: 475

• Message text: Internal error: Invalid report type passed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS475 - Internal error: Invalid report type passed ?

  The SAP error message DS475, which states "Internal error: Invalid report type passed," typically occurs in the context of SAP Data Services or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the report type being used in a data flow or report generation process. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Report Type: The report type specified in the data flow or report generation process may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the Data Services or BW settings that lead to the system not recognizing the report type.
  Version Compatibility: The error may arise if there is a mismatch between the version of the Data Services or BW and the report type being used.
  Corrupted Metadata: The metadata associated with the report or data flow may be corrupted or improperly defined.
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the report