How To Fix JO045 - Choose a new column end

JO045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: JO - Project Information System: All Overviews

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Choose a new column end

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message JO045 - Choose a new column end ?

  The SAP error message JO045, which states "Choose a new column end," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or when working with certain reporting or planning transactions. This error usually indicates that there is an issue with the selection of columns in a report or layout, often related to the configuration of the report or the data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Column Configuration: The error may arise if the column end specified in a report or layout is not valid or does not correspond to the defined structure of the report.
  Data Issues: If the data being processed does not align with the expected format or structure, it can lead to this error.
  User Input: The user may have selected an invalid range of columns or made an incorrect selection in the report layout.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Column Selection: Review the column selection in the report or layout. Ensure that the column end you