How To Fix /OSP/MSG170 - Report &1 of rule violation type &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /OSP/MSG -

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Report &1 of rule violation type &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /OSP/MSG170 - Report &1 of rule violation type &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /OSP/MSG170 Report &1 of rule violation type &2 does not exist typically indicates that the system is trying to reference a report that has not been defined or does not exist in the context of the specified rule violation type. This error is often encountered in the context of SAP's Operational Risk Management (ORM) or similar modules where rules and reports are defined for compliance and risk assessment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Report Definition: The report specified by &1 has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Rule Violation Type: The rule violation type specified by &2 may not be correctly configured or may not correspond to any existing reports.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings that link reports to rule violation types.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the report may not have been included or activated properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Report Existence: Verify if the report specified by &1 exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report area in SAP.
  Review Rule Violation Types: Ensure that the rule violation type &2 is correctly defined and that it is supposed to link to the report in question.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for the ORM or the relevant module to ensure that the report is correctly assigned to the rule violation type.
  Create or Activate Report: If the report does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it has been created but not yet activated.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to define reports and rule violation types.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, or specific ORM-related transactions to manage reports and rules.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the reports and rule definitions.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.