How To Fix 5Y893 - SP choice is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Y - Error messages for info-type Italian module pools

• Message number: 893

• Message text: SP choice is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Y893 - SP choice is not defined ?

  The SAP error message "5Y893 SP choice is not defined" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue with the selection parameters or settings in a query or report. This error indicates that a specific selection parameter (SP) that is expected to be defined is not available or has not been configured correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The selection parameter may not have been defined in the query or report settings.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query might be designed in a way that references a selection parameter that does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the query or report was transported from one system to another, some settings may not have been transported correctly.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues between different versions of SAP components.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Query Design:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer and verify that all selection parameters are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the selection parameter is included in the query and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Parameters:
  
  If the selection parameter is missing, you may need to define it in the query settings.
  Go to the "Selection" tab in the Query Designer and add the necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects and settings were included.
  Re-transport the query or related objects if needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as this may resolve compatibility issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and its context.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with details about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Training Resources: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW or BusinessObjects for best practices in query design and parameter management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.