How To Fix C4850 - Function cannot be executed in the totals line or column

C4850 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C4 - CTMS_SYNTAX_CHECK

• Message number: 850

• Message text: Function cannot be executed in the totals line or column

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C4850 - Function cannot be executed in the totals line or column ?

  The SAP error message C4850, which states "Function cannot be executed in the totals line or column," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis when a user attempts to perform an operation that is not allowed on a totals line or column in a report or table. This can happen in various SAP modules, including SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP ERP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Totals Line/Column: The error arises when a user tries to execute a function (like a calculation, drill-down, or filtering) on a totals line or column, which is not permitted. Totals lines/columns are meant to summarize data and do not contain detailed transactional data.
  Report Design: The report or query may be designed in such a way that certain functions are restricted in totals areas to maintain data integrity and clarity.
  User Action: The user may inadvertently click on a totals line or column while trying to perform an action