How To Fix VQ220 - The object must be the first lead column in info structure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VQ - SD Archiving and Product Allocation

• Message number: 220

• Message text: The object must be the first lead column in info structure &

What causes this issue?

The first feature of an info structure used for product allocation must
be the product allocation objeckt (internally: KONOB).

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?

Either select another info structure (in the standard S140) or the
definition of the info structure must be reedited.
The documentation for report <DS:RE.RMQUOT10>RMQUOT10</> describes
further requirements for an info structure used for product allocation.
Suitable info structures are listed from this report.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VQ220 - The object must be the first lead column in info structure & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VQ220 - The object must be the first lead column in info structure &
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to define or modify an Info Structure (InfoStruc) in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) and the leading characteristic (also called the "leading object") is not placed as the first column in the Info Structure definition.
  
  In SAP BW Info Structures, the leading characteristic must always be the first column.
  The leading characteristic is the key characteristic that determines the granularity of the Info Structure.
  If you try to insert or move another characteristic before the leading characteristic, the system throws this error.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  Info Structures are used in SAP BW for reporting and analysis.
  The leading characteristic is essential because it defines the primary grouping and indexing of data.
  The system requires that this leading characteristic be the first column to maintain data integrity and proper functioning of queries and reports.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Go to the Info Structure maintenance transaction (usually RSDINFOSOURCE or RSD1 depending on your SAP BW version).
  Open the Info Structure definition.
  Ensure that the leading characteristic is positioned as the first column in the structure.
  If it is not, rearrange the columns so that the leading characteristic is first.
  Save and activate the Info Structure again.
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  This is a structural requirement and cannot be bypassed.
  If you need to change the leading characteristic, you may need to recreate the Info Structure or adjust the design accordingly.
  Info Structures are somewhat legacy objects in SAP BW; newer BW versions encourage the use of InfoProviders like InfoCubes or ADSOs.
  Always check the documentation for your specific SAP BW version, as Info Structure handling may vary slightly.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  VQ220 - The object must be the first lead column in info structure &
  
  
  Cause
  Leading characteristic is not the first column in the Info Structure
  
  
  Solution
  Rearrange columns so the leading characteristic is first, then save and activate
  
  
  Related Notes
  Info Structures require leading characteristic as first column; consider InfoCubes/ADSOs for newer BW versions
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with the exact steps to rearrange columns or further troubleshooting, please provide your SAP BW version and the transaction you are using.