, also known as version 11.5, is an upgraded version of the popular reporting software originally released by Business Objects (now part of SAP). It is primarily used for creating highly formatted, interactive reports from a variety of data sources. Key Features and Improvements
: R2 introduced improved drag-and-drop functionality within crosstabs , allowing for easier field management during report design. Crystal Reports XI R2
: Users with a valid license for Crystal Reports XI Release 1 can often upgrade to R2 for free. , also known as version 11
: This release was specifically designed to address compatibility issues with newer operating systems like Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 (32-bit), which were not fully supported by the original Release 1. : Users with a valid license for Crystal
: Crystal Reports XI R2 does not have a native 64-bit runtime. It must be run in 32-bit emulation mode on 64-bit systems.
: Some users have reported "installer nightmares" when upgrading from R1 and recommend a clean install of the R2 full build instead.
: It supports dynamic and cascading parameters, although some users have noted issues with duplicate names when running reports through InfoView.