How To Fix DV359 - Report format &1 for communication &2 not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DV - EHS: Messages for Report Shipping

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Report format &1 for communication &2 not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DV359 - Report format &1 for communication &2 not found ?

  The SAP error message DV359, which states "Report format &1 for communication &2 not found," typically occurs in the context of SAP's communication management, particularly when dealing with output formats for reports or documents. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified report format for the given communication type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Report Format: The specified report format (denoted by &1) is not defined in the system for the communication type (denoted by &2).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the report format has not been properly set up or linked to the communication type.
  Transport Issues: If the report format was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or activated correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report format.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Report Format Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section where report formats are defined.
  Ensure that the report format specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured for the communication type.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Report Format:
  
  If the report format does not exist, you may need to create it. This can involve defining the layout and settings for the report.
  If it exists but is not linked correctly, you may need to modify the configuration to associate it with the correct communication type.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the report format was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was included and activated in the target system.
  If necessary, re-transport the report format or manually create it in the target system.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the report format.
  If not, work with your security team to grant the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific communication type and report format to ensure all necessary steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE78 for form maintenance, or SOST for checking output requests.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DV359 error and implement a solution to resolve it.