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There are two main options to generate reports in SAP2000 by either using xml template or by using the Advanced Report Writer. Both of these options are available from the File menu.

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h1. Reports via XML File

This is the newer, more straightforward, way to create reports.

h1. Advanced Report Writer

This is the original, more powerful, but also more complex way to create reports.

h1. Report Format File

The information that gets displayed in individual report tables is controlled by the currently attached report format file. You can attach the report format files for both xml-based reports and reports created via advanced report writer.

The default format file SapDefaultFormatFile.fmt is located  in the SAP2000 user settings folder (typically C:\Documents and Settings\<user name>\Local Settings\Application Data\Computers and Structures\, some folders may be hidden). You can edit this default format file (we would however recommend editing a _copy_ of this format file) via "Options > Database > Edit Format File".

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h1. Tips

* "Options > Database > Edit Format File" menu command can be used to edit the format file.

* The format file contains both content and formatting for the report.

h1. See Also

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h1. References

* *Report Contents XML File* \- available within the Manuals directory of SAP2000 installation