How To Fix RA197 - Column configuration for the current list cannot be determined

RA197 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RA - Monitoring structure dialog message

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Column configuration for the current list cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RA197 - Column configuration for the current list cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message RA197, which states "Column configuration for the current list cannot be determined," typically occurs in the context of reporting or when generating lists in SAP, particularly in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the appropriate column layout for the report or list you are trying to generate.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The column configuration for the report may not be set up correctly in the system. This can happen if the configuration has been deleted or not properly defined.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the column configuration settings.
  Custom Reports: If you are using a custom report or a modified standard report, there may be issues with how the report is coded or configured.
  System Updates or Changes: Recent updates or changes to the system may have affected the configuration settings.
  
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