How To Fix SALV_X_API004 - Only first column with fieldname &1 will be considered in the excel

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Only first column with fieldname &1 will be considered in the excel

What causes this issue?

Fieldname &V1& is used in 2 columns, but with different value sets.

System Response

Only the first column will be considered when creating the excel.

How to fix this error?

Use the same value set or use different fieldnames (duplicate) for the
columns.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API004 - Only first column with fieldname &1 will be considered in the excel ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API004 indicates that when exporting data to Excel using the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) functionality, only the first column with the specified field name will be considered for the export. This typically occurs when there are issues with the configuration of the ALV grid or the way the data is being prepared for export.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Field Name Duplication: If there are multiple columns in the ALV grid with the same field name, SAP may only recognize the first instance for export.
  Incorrect Field Mapping: The field names in the ALV grid may not be correctly mapped to the underlying data structure.
  Export Settings: The settings for exporting to Excel may not be configured correctly, leading to issues in how the data is processed.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Names: Ensure that all columns in your ALV grid have unique field names. If there are duplicates, rename them to ensure each column has a distinct identifier.
  
  
  Review Data Structure: Verify that the data structure you are using to populate the ALV grid is correctly defined and that the field names match the expected output.
  
  
  Adjust Export Settings: Review the settings used for exporting to Excel. Make sure that the export function is correctly set up to handle multiple columns.
  
  
  Use Unique Identifiers: If you need to display similar data in multiple columns, consider using unique identifiers or aliases for each column to avoid confusion during the export process.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, you may want to debug the ALV report to see how the data is being processed and identify any potential issues in the code.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  ALV Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation on ALV and the specific functions you are using for exporting to Excel. This can provide insights into best practices and common pitfalls.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates that could resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where other users may have encountered similar issues and can offer solutions or workarounds.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SALV_X_API004 error and successfully export your ALV data to Excel.