How To Fix WB816 - The document path for the layout module version &1 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

• Message number: 816

• Message text: The document path for the layout module version &1 is missing

What causes this issue?

The import structure does not contain a path for the document that is
assigned to the layout module version.

System Response

If the path has changed for the last time, or a new file was created,
the system does not create a new version or new document.

How to fix this error?

In the space management program, enter data in the Path field before
new data is imported.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB816 - The document path for the layout module version &1 is missing ?

  The SAP error message WB816 indicates that the document path for the layout module version specified is missing. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when trying to access or generate reports or layouts that rely on specific document paths.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Path: The specified layout module version does not have an associated document path defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The layout module may not be properly configured or may have been deleted or moved.
  Transport Issues: If the layout module was transported from another system, the document path may not have been included in the transport request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the document path.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the layout module configuration in the SAP system and verify that the document path is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the layout module version exists and is active.
  
  
  
  Define Document Path:
  
  If the document path is missing, you may need to define it. This can usually be done in the transaction code related to the layout module (e.g., RSO2 for InfoObjects or RSO1 for InfoProviders).
  Navigate to the relevant settings and specify the correct document path.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If the layout module was transported, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects, including the document path, were included.
  If not, you may need to re-transport the missing components.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the layout module and its associated document path.
  Check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to the layout module and document paths.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSO1, RSO2, and RSA1 for managing BW objects.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error WB816 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  System Logs: Check system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WB816 error in your SAP environment.