How To Fix AQ872 - Swapped columns cannot be fixed

AQ872 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 872

• Message text: Swapped columns cannot be fixed

What causes this issue?

You selected a column which you want to remain fixed (along with all
preceding columns) when you scroll the list horizontally. This is
possible only if the selected column and all preceding columns are in
their orginal positions in the table display.
In this particular case, the position of the selected column or one of
the preceding columns has changed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

First, restore the orginal sequence of columns and then fix the desired
columns.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ872 - Swapped columns cannot be fixed ?

  The SAP error message AQ872, which states "Swapped columns cannot be fixed," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or data transfer processes, particularly when dealing with data sources like SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or during data loading operations. This error indicates that there is a mismatch in the expected order of columns in a data structure, which can lead to issues in data processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Column Order Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the order of columns in the source data does not match the expected order in the target data structure. This can happen if the data source has been modified or if there are changes in the data model.
  Data Source Changes: If the underlying data source has been changed (e.g., columns added, removed, or reordered), it can lead to this error during data extraction or loading.
  Incorrect Mapping: If there is a manual mapping of