How To Fix SRM_BR140 - The column order must be unique

SRM_BR140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRM_BR - Records Management Browser

• Message number: 140

• Message text: The column order must be unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRM_BR140 - The column order must be unique ?

  The SAP error message SRM_BR140, which states "The column order must be unique," typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when there is an issue with the configuration of the column order in a table or report. This error indicates that there are duplicate entries in the column order definition, which must be unique for the system to process the data correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Column Definitions: The most common cause of this error is that there are multiple entries for the same column in the configuration settings, leading to a conflict.
  Incorrect Customization: If custom fields or columns have been added or modified incorrectly, it can lead to non-unique column orders.
  Data Model Issues: Problems in the underlying data model or structure can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Column Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP SRM where the column orders are defined.
  Look for any duplicate entries in the