How To Fix RT_EN079 - Report definition &1 deleted.


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RT_EN - Monitoring Infrastructure alerts and texts; English origin

  • Message number: 079

  • Message text: Report definition &1 deleted.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RT_EN079 - Report definition &1 deleted. ?

    The SAP error message RT_EN079, which states "Report definition &1 deleted," typically indicates that a report definition you are trying to access or execute has been deleted from the system. This can happen for various reasons, such as:

    Causes:

    1. Manual Deletion: The report definition may have been manually deleted by a user with the necessary permissions.
    2. Transport Issues: If the report was part of a transport request that was not properly imported, it could lead to the report being unavailable.
    3. System Cleanup: Periodic system maintenance or cleanup processes may have removed unused or obsolete report definitions.
    4. Development Changes: Changes in the development environment that were not properly reflected in the production environment could lead to missing report definitions.

    Solutions:

    1. Check for Deletion: Verify if the report definition has indeed been deleted. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs or SE80 for objects).
    2. Restore from Backup: If the report definition was deleted accidentally, you may be able to restore it from a backup or a transport request if it was previously transported.
    3. Recreate the Report: If the report cannot be restored, you may need to recreate it. This involves defining the report again in the system.
    4. Check Transport Logs: If the issue is related to transport, check the transport logs to see if there were any errors during the import process that might have affected the report definition.
    5. Consult with Basis Team: If you suspect that the deletion was part of a system cleanup or maintenance, consult with your Basis team to understand the context and see if they can assist in restoring the report.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (for executing reports), SE80 (for object navigator), and SE11 (for data dictionary objects).
    • Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or recreate report definitions.
    • Documentation: Check any documentation or change logs that might provide insight into when and why the report was deleted.
    • SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address similar issues or provide guidance on handling report definitions.

    If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.

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