How To Fix KH017 - Report & has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Report & has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH017 - Report & has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message KH017, which states "Report & has been deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when a user attempts to access a report that has been deleted or is no longer available in the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as changes in the reporting structure, deletion of reports by users with the necessary authorizations, or issues related to transport requests.
  Causes:
  
  Report Deletion: The report has been intentionally deleted by a user or through a transport request.
  Transport Issues: The report may have been deleted in the development environment but not yet transported to the production environment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the report, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration or settings of the SAP system may have affected the availability of the report.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Report Existence: Verify if the report still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the report management tools in SAP.
  Restore the Report: If the report was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if possible.
  Check Transport Requests: If the report was deleted as part of a transport request, check the transport logs to see if it was included in a transport that was moved to another environment.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the report. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying system issues or configuration changes that may have led to the report being unavailable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KOB1 (Order Information System), KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), or others related to the specific report you are trying to access.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message KH017.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on report management and troubleshooting in the Controlling module.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.