How To Fix KY161 - The report is incomplete and cannot therefore be saved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 161

• Message text: The report is incomplete and cannot therefore be saved

What causes this issue?

A report is considered complete when it can be executed. To be able to
do this, you must have processed the initial screen and chosen
characteristics. Depending on the report type, it may also be necessary
to choose variables and/or key figures.

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?

You can either enter the missing entries, save the report and then exit
the report, or leave the report immediately and lose your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY161 - The report is incomplete and cannot therefore be saved ?

  The SAP error message KY161, which states "The report is incomplete and cannot therefore be saved," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when working with reports in the Report Painter or Report Writer tools. This error indicates that there are issues with the report configuration that prevent it from being saved.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data Elements: The report may be missing required data elements or characteristics that are necessary for it to function correctly.
  Incorrect Report Structure: The structure of the report may not be properly defined, such as missing rows, columns, or formulas.
  Invalid Formulas: If there are any formulas in the report that are not valid or reference non-existent fields, this can lead to the error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to save the report, which can trigger this error.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the SAP system or the specific report environment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Report Configuration: Review the report configuration to ensure that all required data elements and characteristics are included. Make sure that the report structure is complete and correctly defined.
  Validate Formulas: Go through any formulas used in the report to ensure they are valid and reference the correct fields. Correct any errors found.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and save reports in the SAP system. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Test with a Simple Report: Create a simple report to see if the issue persists. If a simple report can be saved, the problem may be specific to the original report's configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on report creation and troubleshooting.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training Resources: Consider training resources or documentation on Report Painter/Writer to better understand how to create and manage reports effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the KY161 error in SAP.