How To Fix OIUCI018 - Check Layout &. Inconsistent field count between layout hdr and fields

OIUCI018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIUCI - Messages for INcoming Check processing

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Check Layout &. Inconsistent field count between layout hdr and fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIUCI018 - Check Layout &. Inconsistent field count between layout hdr and fields ?

  The SAP error message OIUCI018, which states "Check Layout &. Inconsistent field count between layout hdr and fields," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Oil and Gas (O&G) industry solutions, particularly when dealing with layout configurations for reports or data exports.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the number of fields defined in the layout header and the actual number of fields specified in the layout itself. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The layout may have been incorrectly configured, leading to a discrepancy in the expected number of fields.
  Changes in Layout: If the layout was modified (e.g., fields added or removed) without updating the corresponding header information, this inconsistency can arise.
  Data Source Changes: If the underlying data structure has changed (e.g., fields added or removed in the database), the layout may no longer match the data source.
  User Error: Manual errors during the creation or