How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ044 - Select parameter supports only one argument with or without the text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_EQ - Easy Query Messages

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Select parameter supports only one argument with or without the text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ044 - Select parameter supports only one argument with or without the text ?

  The SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ044 indicates that there is an issue with the parameters being passed to a query or a function in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) that uses BICS (Business Intelligence Consumer Services). Specifically, this error occurs when a selection parameter is expected to have only one argument, but multiple arguments are provided.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Multiple Values Passed: The selection parameter is designed to accept only a single value, but the query or function call is attempting to pass multiple values.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query might be incorrectly designed, where a filter or selection is set up to allow multiple values, but the underlying data model or BICS interface does not support it.
  Parameter Configuration: The configuration of the parameters in the query might not align with the expected input format.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BW_BICS_EQ044 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Parameter Values: Review the parameters being passed to the query or function. Ensure that only one value is being passed for the selection parameter that is causing the error.
  
  
  Modify Query Design: If the query is designed to allow multiple selections, consider modifying it to ensure that it aligns with the expected input. This may involve changing the way filters are applied or how the query is structured.
  
  
  Review BICS Settings: Check the BICS settings and ensure that the parameters are correctly configured to accept the intended values. This may involve reviewing the BEx Query Designer settings or the settings in the underlying InfoProvider.
  
  
  Test with Single Value: As a temporary measure, test the query or function with a single value to confirm that it works correctly. This can help isolate the issue to the parameter handling.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for any specific notes or updates related to the BW_BICS_EQ044 error. There may be patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, consider stepping through the code or query execution to identify where the multiple values are being introduced.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  BEx Query Designer: Familiarize yourself with the BEx Query Designer, as it is often the tool used to create and manage queries in SAP BW.
  BICS Documentation: Review the BICS documentation for guidelines on parameter handling and best practices for query design.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BW_BICS_EQ044 error and implement a solution to resolve it.