How To Fix VR637 - Field & from the totals variant does not appear in the line structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VR - Output for SD Reporting

• Message number: 637

• Message text: Field & from the totals variant does not appear in the line structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VR637 - Field & from the totals variant does not appear in the line structure ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  VR637 - Field & from the totals variant does not appear in the line structure
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the configuration or processing of Report Painter/Report Writer reports in SAP, specifically when defining totals variants and line structures.
  
  The totals variant includes a field (or characteristic/key figure) that is not present in the line structure.
  In other words, the totals variant tries to summarize or total a field that the line structure does not contain or recognize.
  This mismatch leads to the system being unable to calculate or display the totals correctly.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  Line Structure: Defines the fields (characteristics and key figures) that appear in each line of the report.
  Totals Variant: Defines which fields are to be totaled or summarized.
  If the totals variant references a field that is missing in the line structure, the system throws VR637.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Line Structure:
  
  Go to the Report Painter/Writer configuration.
  Verify the line structure assigned to the report.
  Ensure that the field mentioned in the error message is included in the line structure.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Totals Variant:
  
  Review the totals variant definition.
  Remove or correct the field that does not exist in the line structure.
  Alternatively, add the missing field to the line structure if it is required for the report.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Make sure that all fields used in totals variants are part of the line structure.
  Use transaction codes like GRR1 (Report Painter) or GRR2 (Report Writer) to maintain and check these settings.
  
  
  
  Re-generate or Re-run the Report:
  
  After corrections, regenerate the report or re-run it to confirm the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transactions:
  
  GRR1 - Create Report Painter report
  GRR2 - Change Report Painter report
  GRR3 - Display Report Painter report
  
  
  SAP Notes: Sometimes SAP Notes related to Report Painter/Writer may provide additional fixes or patches.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Library sections on Report Painter/Writer provide detailed guidance on line structures and totals variants.
  
  
  Summary:
  The VR637 error is caused by a mismatch between the totals variant and the line structure in a Report Painter/Writer report. To fix it, ensure that all fields in the totals variant are included in the line structure, or adjust the totals variant accordingly.
  
  If you need help with specific steps or screenshots, please provide the report name or configuration details.