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title: "Crystal Reports in IFS Cloud"
date: 2026-02-04
description: "Crystal Reports returns in IFS Cloud 25R2 to bridge upgrades but faces final removal in 26R2. Plan your move to Report Studio now."
author: "Dariusz Myśliwiec"
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# Crystal Reports in IFS Cloud

![Crystal Reports in IFS Cloud](https://ifs-erp.consulting/images/articles/crystal-reports-in-ifs-cloud-en-f07dedbd.webp)

## Lifecycle Alert (TL;TR)

 **Critical Update:** Crystal Reports is returning temporarily to bridge the gap for upgrades, but its final removal date is now officially set.

 
- 🔴 **Reinstatement:** Crystal will return in **IFS Cloud 25R2** via a Service Update (SU).
- 🔴 **Last Call:** It remains available in **26R1** to facilitate upgrades from 25R1.
- 🔴 **Hard Exit:** Full removal occurs in **26R2**; no support exists beyond 26R1.
- 🔴 **Action:** Transition to IFS Cloud Native Reporting (Operational Reporting) is mandatory.

 ## Crystal Reports in IFS Cloud: The Final Roadmap

 For many years, Crystal Reports served as a cornerstone for complex layouts and external document generation within the IFS ecosystem. As businesses move toward **IFS Cloud**, the strategy has shifted toward a more integrated, web-native reporting architecture.

 IFS has recently confirmed the revised lifecycle for Crystal Reports integration. This update is vital for customers planning their upgrade path beyond 25R1, as it provides a temporary "grace period" before the technology is retired permanently.

 ## Confirmed Release Schedule

 | IFS Cloud Release | Status of Crystal Reports |
| --- | --- |
| **25R2 (Service Update)** | **Reinstated.** Crystal Reports returns via a Service Update to support current business logic. |
| **26R1** | **Available.** Allows customers to upgrade and maintain reporting continuity during the transition. |
| **26R2** | Fully Removed. Not available in this or any future releases. |

 ## Planning Your Migration

 The reinstatement in 25R2 and 26R1 is not an invitation to stay on Crystal Reports long-term. It is a strategic window provided by IFS to allow organizations to migrate their reporting logic to **IFS Cloud Native Reporting**.

 Once support for 26R1 concludes, the Crystal Reports integration will officially become "End of Life." To avoid operational disruptions, companies must begin re-mapping their document layouts today.

 [Read our previous technical guide on Crystal Reports Integration.](https://ifs-erp.consulting/ifs-cloud/crystal-reports-integration-in-ifs-cloud)

 ## Frequently Asked Questions

 Q: Can I keep my Crystal Reports after 26R2?

 A: No. Starting with 26R2, the integration will be entirely removed from the IFS Cloud codebase. Reports will no longer be accessible or executable within the system.

 Q: Why is IFS reinstating it in 25R2?

 A: To provide a bridge for customers who need more time to upgrade beyond 25R1 without losing their critical operational reporting during the process.

 Q: What should I use instead of Crystal Reports?

 A: The recommended path is IFS Cloud's native Operational Reporting (Report Designer) and web-based lobbies for data visualization.

 ## Secure Your Reporting Future

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 [Request a Migration Audit](https://ifs-erp.consulting/contact)