How To Fix FMCU088 - Column position &1 is used for more than one column

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCU - Customizing for budgeting in FM

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Column position &1 is used for more than one column

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCU088 - Column position &1 is used for more than one column ?

  The SAP error message FMCU088, which states "Column position &1 is used for more than one column," typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or when working with SAP's Financial Management (FM) module. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of the report layout, where a specific column position is being assigned to more than one data field or column.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Column Assignments: The most common cause of this error is that two or more columns in the report layout are configured to occupy the same position. This can happen if the report layout has been modified or if there are errors in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Report Layout Configuration: If the report layout has been customized, it is possible that the changes made have led to overlapping column definitions.
  Data Source Issues: Sometimes, the data source used for the report may have been altered, leading to conflicts