How To Fix BRAIN339 - Selection &1 = '&2' is not supported or is not useful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 339

• Message text: Selection &1 = '&2' is not supported or is not useful

What causes this issue?

&V4& is a MultiProvider that contains the HybridProvider &V3&. &V2& is
part of HybridProvider &V3&.
An explicit selection of &V1& = &V2& is not permitted or is not useful
because the data manager uses key &V1& = &V3& to return all data in the
included InfoProvider &V3& to the OLAP processor.

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?

Check the selections for &V1& in the query.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN339 - Selection &1 = '&2' is not supported or is not useful ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN339 indicates that a selection criterion in a query or report is not valid or useful. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries, reports, or data extraction.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria specified in the query may not be applicable to the data model or the InfoProvider being queried. This can happen if the characteristic or key figure does not exist in the context of the query.
  Incompatible Data Types: The data type of the selection value may not match the expected data type for the characteristic.
  Empty or Null Values: If the selection value is empty or null, it may lead to this error.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be designed in a way that does not support the selection criteria being applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria in the query. Ensure that the characteristic and value being used are valid and applicable to the InfoProvider.
  Validate Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the selection values match the expected data types for the characteristics in the query.
  Modify Query Design: If the query is incorrectly designed, consider modifying it to ensure that the selection criteria are supported.
  Test with Different Values: Try using different values for the selection criteria to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with specific values.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on valid selection criteria for the specific InfoProvider or query.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Query Designer: Use the Query Designer tool to analyze and modify the query. This tool can help identify issues with the selection criteria.
  Data Model: Review the underlying data model (InfoObjects, InfoProviders) to ensure that the characteristics and key figures are correctly defined and populated.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data being queried.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.