How To Fix GR205 - Internal error: Entry in COLUMNS does not exist (MERGE-RC)

GR205 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Internal error: Entry in COLUMNS does not exist (MERGE-RC)

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred in the Report Writer.

System Response

Processing is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR205 - Internal error: Entry in COLUMNS does not exist (MERGE-RC) ?

  The SAP error message GR205, which states "Internal error: Entry in COLUMNS does not exist (MERGE-RC)," typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting or data processing functionalities, particularly when dealing with database tables or data merging operations. This error indicates that there is an issue with the internal handling of data columns, possibly due to a missing or incorrectly defined entry in the system's data structure.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data Structure: The error may arise if the system is trying to access a column that has not been defined in the relevant data structure or table.
  Corrupted Data: There may be corruption in the data dictionary or the underlying database tables.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the report or data processing logic can lead to this error.
  Version Mismatch: If there are inconsistencies between different versions of the software or database schema, it may lead to this error.
  Custom Code: If there are custom developments