How To Fix BRAIN_DEV032 - The condition applied (&1) does not return a unique result

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN_DEV - BRAIN messages (for use by development)

• Message number: 032

• Message text: The condition applied (&1) does not return a unique result

What causes this issue?

The TOP or BOTTOM condition "&V1&" does not return a unique result.
Another &V2& values with the same rank are outside the limit.
For the conditions
Top %
Bottom n Percent
the result is not unique if the last row in the result set and
subsequent rows outside the result set have the same key figure value.
As the sum of the key figure values in the initial quantity is 0,
uniqueness cannot be achieved by adjusting the threshold value either.
The following example illustrates this. The query returns the following
rows that the condition is applied on (display: <(><<)>characteristic
value> : <(><<)>key figure value>):
A: 0
B: 0

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

There are four correct result sets for the condition, as <(><<)>x>% of 0
is always 0.
{ Empty Set }
and
A: 0
and
B: 0
and
A: 0
B: 0

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN_DEV032 - The condition applied (&1) does not return a unique result ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_DEV032 indicates that a condition applied in a query or report does not return a unique result. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when a query is designed to filter or aggregate data, but the specified condition leads to multiple possible results instead of a single, unique value.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Unique Key: The condition applied may reference a characteristic or key that does not uniquely identify a single record in the data model.
  Ambiguous Filters: The filters or conditions applied in the query may not be specific enough, leading to multiple records matching the criteria.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model, such as duplicate records or incorrect relationships between tables.
  Aggregation Issues: If the query is trying to aggregate data based on a non-unique characteristic, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Condition: Check the condition that is causing the error. Ensure that it is designed to return a unique result. You may need to refine the condition or add additional filters.
  Check Data Uniqueness: Verify that the data in the underlying tables is unique for the keys being used in the condition. If duplicates exist, consider how to handle them (e.g., by aggregating or filtering).
  Modify Query Design: If applicable, modify the query design to include additional characteristics or filters that can help narrow down the results to a unique value.
  Use Aggregation Functions: If the query is meant to return a summary, consider using aggregation functions (like SUM, AVG, etc.) to ensure that the result is a single value.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for specific guidance related to the version of SAP you are using, as there may be version-specific nuances.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Query Designer: Use the Query Designer tool to visually inspect the query and its conditions, making it easier to identify where the issue lies.
  Testing: Test the query with different conditions or filters to isolate the problem and understand how the data is being returned.
  Data Validation: Perform data validation checks on the underlying data to ensure that it meets the expected structure and uniqueness requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BRAIN_DEV032 error and implement a solution to resolve it.