How To Fix LTR2_CM_CHECK_REPORT026 - Invalid data related to steps exists; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LTR2_CM_CHECK_REPORT - LTR2 checks on OBT-Report

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Invalid data related to steps exists; see long text

What causes this issue?

Invalid data entries exist in the database table relevant to the
additional programs in the content module. The possible reasons are as
follows:
Key fields of data entries are initial due to unexpected reasons.
The corresponding additional program for a parameter cannot be found in
the database table.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LTR2_CM_CHECK_REPORT026 - Invalid data related to steps exists; see long text ?

  The SAP error message LTR2_CM_CHECK_REPORT026 indicates that there is invalid data related to steps in the context of a process or report. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Logistics or when dealing with the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module, particularly when checking or processing transportation-related data.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incomplete or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables or master data that the report or process is trying to access.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the transportation management or logistics processes may not be set up correctly.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are causing the system to fail when trying to validate or process the steps.
  Custom Developments: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling certain data correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  Check the Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. This can provide specific information about what data is invalid or what steps are causing the issue.
  Review Data Entries: Go through the relevant data entries in the system to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Validate Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the transportation management or logistics processes to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use any available consistency check tools in SAP to identify and correct data inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or report you are working with for additional guidance.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as LT03 (Transfer Order), VL01N (Create Outbound Delivery), or others related to your specific process.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific transaction you are working with. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.