How To Fix BRAINOLAPAPI117 - Invalid im MDX statement.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAINOLAPAPI - Message class for OLAP API

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Invalid im MDX statement.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAINOLAPAPI117 - Invalid im MDX statement. ?

  The SAP error message BRAINOLAPAPI117 indicates that there is an issue with a numeric value expression in an MDX (Multidimensional Expressions) statement. This error typically arises when the MDX query is trying to evaluate a numeric expression that is either invalid or not properly formatted.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Numeric Format: The numeric value in the MDX statement may not be in a valid format. This can happen if there are non-numeric characters or if the number is formatted incorrectly.
  Data Type Mismatch: The expression may be trying to perform operations on incompatible data types (e.g., trying to perform arithmetic on a string).
  Division by Zero: If the expression involves division, and the denominator is zero, it can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Aggregation: Using an aggregation function incorrectly can also lead to this error, especially if the aggregation is expecting a numeric input.
  Missing or Incorrect Context: The context in which the numeric expression is evaluated may be missing or incorrect, leading to an inability to resolve the expression.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Numeric Values: Review the MDX statement for any numeric values and ensure they are correctly formatted. Remove any non-numeric characters.
  Validate Data Types: Ensure that all operands in the expression are of compatible data types. If necessary, convert data types to ensure compatibility.
  Handle Division Carefully: If the expression involves division, ensure that the denominator is not zero. You can use conditional statements to handle potential division by zero scenarios.
  Review Aggregation Functions: Ensure that any aggregation functions used in the MDX statement are applied correctly and that they are receiving the expected numeric inputs.
  Test in Isolation: If possible, isolate the problematic part of the MDX statement and test it separately to identify the exact cause of the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or MDX reference materials for guidance on proper syntax and usage of numeric expressions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  MDX Syntax: Familiarize yourself with the correct syntax for MDX queries, especially regarding numeric expressions and functions.
  SAP BW/BI Documentation: Check the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or Business Intelligence (BI) documentation for specific guidelines on MDX queries and error handling.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize any available debugging tools within SAP to trace the execution of the MDX statement and identify where the error occurs.
  
  By carefully reviewing the MDX statement and ensuring that all numeric expressions are valid and correctly formatted, you should be able to resolve the BRAINOLAPAPI117 error.