How To Fix GR378 - Cell name &2 is not valid


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: GR - Report Writer

  • Message number: 378

  • Message text: Cell name &2 is not valid

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  • What causes this issue?

    The cell name &v2& used in the report &v1& is not valid.
    Take note of the following:
    the cell name may not have more than 8 characters
    only the letters 'A' - 'Z', the digits '0' - '9', as well as the
    character '_' may be used in the cell name
    cells with names 'Rxxx' (where xxx is a three-digit number) are reserved
    for internal usage.

    System Response

    The report cannot be executed.

    How to fix this error?

    Change the name of your cell. If the cell is used in a column formula,
    the correction must take place in set maintenance (->
    <DS:TRAN.GS02>Change set</>).

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR378 - Cell name &2 is not valid ?
    The SAP error message GR378, which states "Cell name &2 is not valid," typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and reporting tools, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation). This error indicates that the cell name specified in a planning function or report is not recognized or is incorrectly formatted.
    Causes:
    
    Invalid Cell Name: The cell name specified may not exist in the context of the planning function or report.
    Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the cell name, leading to it being unrecognized.
    Context Issues: The cell name may be valid in one context but not in another (e.g., different planning areas or versions).
    
    Configuration Issues: The planning function or report may not be properly configured to recognize the specified cell name. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified cell name. Solutions: Check Cell Name: Verify that the cell name

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