How To Fix ED520 - Statement template for '&' does not exist

ED520 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ED - ABAP/4 Editor messages

• Message number: 520

• Message text: Statement template for '&' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ED520 - Statement template for '&' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message ED520, which states "Statement template for '&' does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with financial statements or reporting. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific statement template that is required for generating reports or financial statements.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Template: The specified statement template has not been created or is missing from the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the financial statement or report may be incorrect, leading the system to look for a non-existent template.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the statement template.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters or criteria used to call the statement template may be incorrect or not matching any existing templates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Template Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., F.01, S_ALR_87012357) and check if the statement template exists.
  Use transaction code OB58 to view the list of available statement