How To Fix KH476 - Report has changed and therefore cannot be executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 476

• Message text: Report has changed and therefore cannot be executed

What causes this issue?

The report or the form it is based has been changed since the last time
it was executed.
This change requires that the report be regenerated. As a result of
this the program currently loaded is no longer valid. The system needs
to load the new version of the program before you can execute the
report.

System Response

The report could not be executed.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH476 - Report has changed and therefore cannot be executed ?

  The SAP error message KH476, which states "Report has changed and therefore cannot be executed," typically occurs when there have been changes made to the report or its underlying data structures (like the data model, queries, or report layout) after the report was last executed. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in reporting tools like SAP BW or SAP BusinessObjects.
  Causes:
  
  Changes in Report Definition: The report definition has been modified, which may include changes to the data source, filters, or layout.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or data source that the report relies on can lead to this error.
  Versioning Issues: If multiple versions of the report exist, the system may be trying to execute an outdated version.
  Transport Issues: If the report was transported from one environment to another (e.g., from development to production), and the transport did not include all necessary components, this error may occur.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh the Report: Try refreshing the report or re-running it after ensuring that all changes have been saved and activated.
  Check for Changes: Review the report definition and any related objects to ensure that all necessary changes have been made and activated.
  Clear Cache: Sometimes, clearing the cache of the reporting tool can resolve issues related to outdated data or definitions.
  Recreate the Report: If the report is significantly changed and cannot be executed, consider recreating it based on the new definitions.
  Consult Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or release notes for any known issues related to the specific version of the report or module you are using.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Version Control: Implement version control for reports to track changes and revert to previous versions if necessary.
  Testing Environment: Always test changes in a development or testing environment before moving to production to avoid such issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KH476 error in SAP.