How To Fix AQ_AD_HOC231 - More than one field has been selected as a criterion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ_AD_HOC - SAP Query: Ad Hoc Query Messages

• Message number: 231

• Message text: More than one field has been selected as a criterion

What causes this issue?

In a ranked list, objects have to be sorted according to exactly one
numerical field. This field is the criterion of the ranked list. You
have however sorted according to more than one field.

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?

Sort the ranked list according to exctly one field or use a number
field.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ_AD_HOC231 - More than one field has been selected as a criterion ?

  The SAP error message AQ_AD_HOC231, which states "More than one field has been selected as a criterion," typically occurs in the context of query or report generation within SAP systems, particularly when using the Ad Hoc Query tool. This error indicates that the system has detected multiple fields being selected as criteria for filtering the data, which is not allowed in certain contexts.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Criteria Selection: The user has selected more than one field to filter the data in a way that is not supported by the query or report configuration.
  Incompatible Query Settings: The query may be set up to allow only a single criterion for filtering, and the user has inadvertently selected multiple fields.
  Data Model Limitations: The underlying data model may not support multiple criteria for the specific query being executed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Selected Fields: Go back to the query or report configuration and check the fields you have selected as criteria.