How To Fix 0K003 - Desired operation cannot be performed for column '&'

0K003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0K - Messages for "General List Modules"

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Desired operation cannot be performed for column '&'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0K003 - Desired operation cannot be performed for column '&' ?

  The SAP error message 0K003 ("Desired operation cannot be performed for column '&'") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there is an issue related to the data model or the characteristics of a specific column in a query or data model.
  Causes:
  
  
  Column Characteristics: The column in question may not support the operation you are trying to perform. For example, if you are trying to aggregate data on a column that is not designed for aggregation (like a text field), this error may occur.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the column may not be compatible with the operation you are trying to perform. For instance, trying to perform mathematical operations on a string column.
  
  
  Query Design Issues: The query might be incorrectly designed, where the column is not properly defined in the context of the query.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing the