How To Fix PROD_SUBSTN017 - Incorrect column name '&1' in cell position '&2'. Expected name is '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PROD_SUBSTN - Messages for Product Substitution

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Incorrect column name '&1' in cell position '&2'. Expected name is '&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PROD_SUBSTN017 - Incorrect column name '&1' in cell position '&2'. Expected name is '&3' ?

  The SAP error message PROD_SUBSTN017 indicates that there is an issue with the column name in a data structure, typically in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC). This error occurs when the system encounters a column name that does not match the expected name in a specific cell position.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Column Name: The column name provided in the data input does not match the expected column name defined in the data model or structure.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., renaming columns, changing data sources), the input data may not be aligned with the new structure.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the column name being referenced.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the BPC or SAC environment may not be correctly set up, leading to mismatches.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Column Names: Check the column names in the data model or structure against the input data. Ensure that the column name in the error message (&1) matches the expected name (&3).
  Update Input Data: If the column name has changed, update the input data to reflect the new column name.
  Check for Typos: Look for any typographical errors in the column names in both the data input and the data model.
  Review Recent Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, review those changes to ensure that all references are updated accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected structure and naming conventions.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test with a smaller set of sample data to isolate the issue and confirm that the expected column names are being used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module (BPC, SAC, etc.) to understand the data structure and naming conventions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PROD_SUBSTN017 error message.