How To Fix GR476 - Standard layout & has not been changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 476

• Message text: Standard layout & has not been changed

What causes this issue?

You have not changed the standard layout, so you do not need to save.
In this case, the system does not save.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR476 - Standard layout & has not been changed ?

  The SAP error message GR476 typically indicates that there is an issue with the layout of a report or document that is being generated in the system. The message "Standard layout & has not been changed" suggests that the system is trying to access a standard layout that has not been modified or is not available for the current operation.
  Causes:
  
  Standard Layout Not Modified: The system is expecting a modified version of a standard layout, but it has not been changed or saved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the layout.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the SAP system that is preventing the layout from being recognized or accessed.
  Missing Layout: The layout may not exist in the system, or it may have been deleted or not properly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Layout Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., for reports, it could be SE38 or SA38) and check if the layout exists.
  If it is a standard layout, consider creating a copy and modifying it as needed.
  
  
  
  Modify the Layout:
  
  If you have access, try to modify the layout using the appropriate transaction (e.g., SFP for forms, or the layout editor for reports).
  Save the changes and try to execute the report or document generation again.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify layouts. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are working with to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a system-level issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE78 (for SAPscript forms), SFP (for Adobe forms), or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the specific error message or transaction you are working with, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the GR476 error in your SAP system.