How To Fix KH477 - Report has changed and therefore cannot be executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 477

• 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this, the program currently loaded is no longer valid.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 issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The report could not be executed.

How to fix this error?

Call up the transaction again to load the new, valid version of the
program. Then you can continue processing as you normally would.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH477 - Report has changed and therefore cannot be executed ?

  The SAP error message KH477, 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 since the last time it was executed. This can happen for various reasons, such as modifications to the report layout, changes in the data model, or updates to the underlying database tables.
  Causes:
  
  Report Modification: The report has been modified in the SAP system, which may include changes to the selection criteria, layout, or data sources.
  Data Structure Changes: Changes in the underlying data structures, such as database tables or fields that the report relies on, can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the report was transported from one environment to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport was not successful or complete, it may cause this error.
  User Authorization: Sometimes, changes in user roles or authorizations can lead to issues in executing reports.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Refresh the Report: Try refreshing the report or re-executing it after a short period. Sometimes, temporary issues can resolve themselves.
  Check for Changes: Verify if any changes were made to the report or its underlying data structures. If you have access, check the change logs or consult with the development team.
  Recreate the Report: If the report has been significantly altered, consider recreating it or restoring it to a previous version if possible.
  Clear Cache: Clear the SAP GUI cache or the application server cache, as sometimes cached data can cause issues.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to execute the report. If there have been changes to your user role, consult with your SAP security team.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, contact your SAP support team or consult SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to the KH477 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as SE38 (for report execution) or SE80 (for object navigation).
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report you are trying to run, as it may contain information about known issues or prerequisites.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KH477 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.