How To Fix BRAIN200 - Query contains selection elements with 'Constant Selection' only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Query contains selection elements with 'Constant Selection' only

What causes this issue?

The property <LS>Constant Selection</> is active for all selection
elements of the query, or you receive a characteristic for which
<ZK>Constant Selection</> is active.

System Response

Constant selection elements do not create objects. In other words, they
do not create any separate lines or columns in drilldowns. The list is
therefore initially created without the constant selection elements. The
constant selection lines are then read in to the relevant lines, if
values are found for these.
Strictly speaking, this query must never display data. To prevent it
from doing this, all selection lines are set to object-creating for
queries like this.
This has the special effect that the query might display fewer lines or
columns in drilldowns if you add selection elements without<ZK>Constant
Selection </> at a later date.

How to fix this error?

You can deactivate this message for this query by using transaction
RSRT1.

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Include at least one selection element without <ZK>Constant Selection
</> in the query to define which characteristics are listed in the
drilldown. You can activate the display property <LS>Always Hide</> for
this query. The visible part of the query is not changed in any way.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN200 - Query contains selection elements with 'Constant Selection' only ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN200 indicates that a query contains selection elements that are set to "Constant Selection" only. This means that the query is configured in such a way that it does not allow for dynamic input or selection of data, which can lead to issues when trying to execute the query.
  Cause:
  
  Constant Selection Configuration: The query is set up with selection criteria that are fixed and do not allow for user input. This is often done for specific reporting purposes but can lead to this error if the query is expected to be dynamic.
  Missing Variables: The query may not have any variables defined for user input, which means it cannot be executed in a way that allows for data selection.
  Query Design: The design of the query may not align with the expected input method, leading to a situation where only constant values are present.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Modify the Query:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer.
  Check the selection criteria and ensure that at least one of them is set to allow for user input (i.e., not set to "Constant Selection").
  Change the selection element from "Constant Selection" to "Variable Selection" where appropriate.
  
  
  
  Add Variables:
  
  If the query is intended to allow for user input, consider adding variables to the selection criteria. This will enable users to input their own values when executing the query.
  
  
  
  Review Query Properties:
  
  Ensure that the properties of the query are set correctly to allow for dynamic selection. This includes checking the settings for the selection options.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making changes, test the query to ensure that it executes without errors and that the selection criteria work as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Query Designer: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Query Designer tool, which is used to create and modify queries. Understanding how to set up selection criteria and variables is crucial.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for more detailed guidance on query design and selection criteria.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to run queries with variable selections.
  
  By addressing the configuration of the query and ensuring that it allows for dynamic input, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN200 error and successfully execute your query.