How To Fix BRAIN420 - SELOPT/query variable &4 (&1) does not allow any further selections


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: BRAIN -

  • Message number: 420

  • Message text: SELOPT/query variable &4 (&1) does not allow any further selections

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  • What causes this issue?

    If a selection option-variable is used, no additional selections can be
    specified for this characteristic in this element.

    System Response

    The query was not executed.

    How to fix this error?

    A selection option-variable is used as a restriction (filter) in
    connection with additional restrictions in the query for the
    characteristic &V2&. This is not allowed.
    Either remove the variable or remove the other restrictions for this
    characteristic.

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

    Additional technical information:
    IOBJNM = &V2&
    VARELTUID = &V1&
    ELTUID = &V3&

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN420 - SELOPT/query variable &4 (&1) does not allow any further selections ?
    The SAP error message BRAIN420 indicates that a selection variable in a query (specifically in SAP BW or Business Warehouse) does not allow any further selections. This typically occurs when a variable is defined in such a way that it restricts the user from making additional selections beyond what has already been specified.
    
    Cause: Variable Settings: The variable in question may be set to a type that does not allow multiple selections. For example, it could be a single-value selection variable or a variable that is set to "no further selections." Query Design: The query might be designed in a way that certain selections are mutually exclusive or dependent on previous selections. User Input: The user may have attempted to input additional criteria that are not permitted by the variable's configuration.
    Solution: Check Variable Properties: Go to the query designer in SAP BW and check the properties of the variable that is causing the issue. Ensure

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