How To Fix KM642 - Additional columns are not allowed for actual elements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 642

• Message text: Additional columns are not allowed for actual elements

What causes this issue?

You tried to append the attribute &V1& to a column with the plan/actual
indicator "Actual". This is not possible because actual data does not
have this attribute.

How to fix this error?

Delete the additional column for the attribute &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM642 - Additional columns are not allowed for actual elements ?

  The SAP error message KM642 ("Additional columns are not allowed for actual elements") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with actual data in reports or when trying to manipulate actual data in a way that is not permitted by the system.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you attempt to add additional columns to a report or data structure that is designed to handle only a specific set of columns for actual elements. In SAP, actual data elements have predefined structures, and any attempt to modify or extend these structures with additional columns will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KM642 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Report Configuration: Review the configuration of the report or data structure you are working with. Ensure that you are not trying to add any additional columns that are not supported for actual elements.
  
  
  Use Standard Layouts: If you are customizing a report, try