/BCV/CFG046 - Specify the chart type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/CFG -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Specify the chart type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/CFG046 - Specify the chart type ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/CFG046 Specify the chart type typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when a user is trying to create or modify a report or dashboard that requires a chart to be defined, but the chart type has not been specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Chart Type: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a chart type in the report or dashboard configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the reporting tool that prevent the chart type from being recognized.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the chart type selection during the report creation process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify Chart Type:
  
  Go back to the report or dashboard configuration.
  Look for the section where you can define the chart settings.
  Select an appropriate chart type (e.g., bar chart, line chart, pie chart, etc.) from the available options.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary configurations for the reporting tool are correctly set up.
  If you are using a custom report or dashboard, verify that the underlying data source is correctly configured to support the selected chart type.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure charts in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After specifying the chart type, test the report or dashboard to ensure that it displays correctly without any further errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training Resources: Consider training or tutorials on SAP reporting tools to better understand how to configure charts and reports effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.