How To Fix CM_REPORT_GEN010 - Operator &1 is not permitted for comparison of multiple-value chars

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_REPORT_GEN - Report Generation

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Operator &1 is not permitted for comparison of multiple-value chars

What causes this issue?

Characteristics with multiple value assignments cannot be compared using
the comparison operator &V1& in conditional output.

System Response

INCLUDE EHS_NA_REPORT_GEN_CANCELED OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Choose <LB>EQ</> or <LB>NE</> as the comparison operator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN010 - Operator &1 is not permitted for comparison of multiple-value chars ?

  The SAP error message CM_REPORT_GEN010 indicates that there is an issue with the comparison of multiple-value character fields in a report or query. This typically occurs when an operator is used that is not allowed for comparing fields that can hold multiple values.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by:
  
  Invalid Operator: Using an operator that is not suitable for multiple-value character fields. For example, operators like =, <>, >, <, etc., may not be applicable for fields that can contain multiple values.
  Data Type Mismatch: Attempting to compare a single-value field with a multiple-value field.
  Incorrect Logic in Report: The logic defined in the report or query may not be correctly handling the multiple-value fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Operators Used: Check the operators in your report or query. Ensure that you are using operators that are valid for multiple-value character fields. For example, instead of using =, you might need to use IN or CONTAINS depending on the context.
  
  
  Modify the Logic: If you are trying to compare a single-value field with a multiple-value field, you may need to adjust your logic. For instance, if you want to check if a single value exists in a multiple-value field, use the appropriate function or operator that supports this.
  
  
  Check Data Types: Ensure that the fields you are comparing are of compatible data types. If necessary, convert the data types to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific report or query you are working with. There may be guidelines on how to handle multiple-value fields.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test your report or query with sample data to see if the error persists. This can help isolate the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can step through the report to identify where the error is occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.