How To Fix K7170 - No pre-defined column exists

K7170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K7 - Messages for Row/Column Structure

• Message number: 170

• Message text: No pre-defined column exists

What causes this issue?

No pre-defined columns exist in the current library.

System Response

The action terminated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K7170 - No pre-defined column exists ?

  The SAP error message K7170 ("No pre-defined column exists") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with reports or queries that involve the use of predefined columns in the report layout. This error indicates that the system cannot find a specified column that is expected to be present in the report or query definition.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Column Definition: The column that the report is trying to access has not been defined in the report layout or query.
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been changes to the underlying data structure (e.g., changes in the InfoObject or data source), the predefined columns may no longer be valid.
  Incorrect Report Configuration: The report may be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent columns.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain columns or data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Report Layout: Verify the report layout and ensure that all required columns