How To Fix AQQV050 - This field cannot be summed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQQV - SAP Query & QuickViewer

• Message number: 050

• Message text: This field cannot be summed

What causes this issue?

Only numeric fields can be added, but the selected field does not have
a numeric type.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQQV050 - This field cannot be summed ?

  The SAP error message AQQV050, which states "This field cannot be summed," typically occurs in the context of reporting or data aggregation within SAP systems, particularly in the context of queries or reports that involve summing fields that are not designed to be aggregated.
  Cause:
  
  Field Type: The field you are trying to sum may not be a numeric field. For example, if the field is a character or string type, SAP will not be able to perform a summation.
  Aggregation Settings: The field may be defined in a way that does not allow for aggregation. This can happen if the field is a key field or if it has been set up in the data model to be non-aggregatable.
  Data Source: The data source you are using may not support summation for that particular field. For instance, if you are pulling data from a view or a table that does not allow for aggregation on certain fields, you will encounter this error.
  Query Design: In the case of SAP BW or SAP Query, the design of the query may not allow for summation of certain fields due to the way the query is structured.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Type: Verify that the field you are trying to sum is indeed a numeric field. If it is not, consider using a different field that is numeric.
  Review Aggregation Settings: Check the settings of the field in the data model or query definition. If the field is set to be non-aggregatable, you may need to change its properties or use a different field.
  Modify Query: If you are using a query, consider modifying the query to exclude the non-aggregatable field or to use a different field that can be summed.
  Data Source Review: Ensure that the data source you are using supports the aggregation of the field in question. If it does not, you may need to create a new data source or view that allows for the required aggregation.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the field and its properties.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like SE11 for data dictionary, SQ01 for queries) to investigate the field definitions and query settings.
  Testing: Test the query or report with different fields to isolate the issue and confirm that the problem is specific to the field in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AQQV050 error and implement a suitable solution.