How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ035 - The selection with &1 and &2 for variable &3 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_EQ - Easy Query Messages

• Message number: 035

• Message text: The selection with &1 and &2 for variable &3 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ035 - The selection with &1 and &2 for variable &3 is not allowed ?

  The SAP BW error message BW_BICS_EQ035 indicates that there is an issue with the selection criteria for a variable in a query. Specifically, the message states that the selection with the specified values for the variable is not allowed. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when using BEx queries or when working with variables in SAP BW.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Invalid Selection Values: The values being selected for the variable do not match the allowed values defined in the variable's properties.
  Variable Type Mismatch: The variable may be expecting a different type of input (e.g., a date format) than what is being provided.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data associated with the selected values.
  Variable Settings: The variable may be set to a specific type of selection (e.g., single value, multiple values, range) that is not being adhered to in the query.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may not contain the requested data, leading to the selection being invalid.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the BW_BICS_EQ035 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Variable Settings:
  
  Go to the variable definition in the query designer and verify the allowed values and selection options.
  Ensure that the variable is set up correctly for the type of selection you are trying to make (e.g., single value vs. multiple values).
  
  
  
  Validate Input Values:
  
  Ensure that the values you are entering for the variable are valid and match the expected format.
  If the variable is based on a characteristic, check the master data to confirm that the values exist.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the variable.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Values:
  
  Try using different values for the variable to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with specific values.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data source for the query is correctly set up and that it contains the necessary data for the selections being made.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the backend, you can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze the data flow and see if there are any issues with the data extraction or transformation.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW documentation for more details on variable handling and query design.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BW_BICS_EQ035 error and implement a suitable solution.