How To Fix AQ450 - Only one ranked list criterion allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 450

• Message text: Only one ranked list criterion allowed

What causes this issue?

You attempted to define a ranked list with more than one criterion.

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?

Select no more than one field as a ranked list criterion.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ450 - Only one ranked list criterion allowed ?

  The SAP error message AQ450 ("Only one ranked list criterion allowed") typically occurs in the context of SAP Query or SAP ABAP programs when you are trying to create or execute a query that involves ranked lists or ranking criteria. This error indicates that the system has detected multiple ranking criteria where only one is permitted.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Multiple Ranking Criteria: You have defined more than one criterion for ranking in your query or report. SAP allows only a single criterion for ranking.
  Incorrect Query Configuration: The configuration of the query may have inadvertently included multiple fields or criteria that are set to be ranked.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AQ450 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Query Configuration:
  
  Open the query in the SAP Query tool (transaction code SQ01).
  Check the "Sort" or "Ranking" settings in the query definition.
  Ensure that only one field is selected for ranking. If multiple fields are selected, remove the additional ones.
  
  
  
  Modify the Report/Program:
  
  If you are working with a custom ABAP report, review the code where the ranking is defined.
  Ensure that only one ranking criterion is specified in the relevant logic.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, execute the query again to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or documentation specific to SAP Query for detailed information on how to configure queries and ranking criteria.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AQ450 error and successfully execute your query or report.