How To Fix SALV_EXCEPTION243 - Control breaks cannot be formed on aggregatable columns

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_EXCEPTION - Exception Messages

• Message number: 243

• Message text: Control breaks cannot be formed on aggregatable columns

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when calling method &2 of class &1.
You attempted to define a group level change for column &3. However,
group level changes cannot be created for aggregatable columns.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_EXCEPTION243 - Control breaks cannot be formed on aggregatable columns ?

  The SAP error message SALV_EXCEPTION243 indicates that there is an issue with trying to create control breaks on aggregatable columns in an ALV (ABAP List Viewer) report. This typically occurs when you are attempting to group or summarize data in a way that is not compatible with the data types or the structure of the columns you are working with.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to create a control break (grouping) on a column that is aggregatable (e.g., numeric fields) but not suitable for grouping (e.g., fields that do not have a unique value for each group).
  The data structure or the way the ALV is configured does not support the intended control breaks due to the nature of the data being aggregated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the columns you are trying to create control breaks on are appropriate for grouping. For example, you should not attempt to group on a numeric field that is meant for aggregation without a corresponding non-aggregatable field for grouping.
  
  
  Modify ALV Configuration: Review the ALV configuration in your ABAP code. Make sure that the control break settings are applied to the correct fields. You may need to adjust the field settings in the ALV layout.
  
  
  Use Non-Aggregatable Fields for Control Breaks: If you need to create control breaks, use fields that are not aggregatable (e.g., character fields or unique identifiers) for the control breaks.
  
  
  Review Aggregation Logic: If you are aggregating data, ensure that the aggregation logic is correctly implemented and that it aligns with the fields you are trying to group by.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the ALV report to identify the specific line of code or configuration that is causing the error. Look for any inconsistencies in the data being processed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Documentation: Review the SAP documentation on ALV and control breaks to understand the limitations and requirements for grouping and aggregation.
  SAP Community: Check forums and community discussions for similar issues and solutions shared by other SAP users.
  SAP Notes: Search for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the SALV_EXCEPTION243 error and implement a suitable solution.