How To Fix CM_SUB_INFOSYS033 - Query cannot be processed; it contains a where-used list

CM_SUB_INFOSYS033 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_INFOSYS - Substance information system

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Query cannot be processed; it contains a where-used list

What causes this issue?

You attempt to process a
<DS:GLOS.3699DDF3DD932996E10000009B38F9B7>query</> containing at least
one <DS:GLOS.3696E119942B221EE10000009B38F9B7>query step</> that
executes a where-used list. However, queries with where-used lists
cannot be processed since they may contain a change of specification
category. If you change the sequence of the individual query steps in a
query of this type, this can lead to an inconsistent result.

System Response

The system has changed to display mode.

How to fix this error?

Perform the search step by step and save the search history as a query.

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_SUB_INFOSYS033 - Query cannot be processed; it contains a where-used list ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_INFOSYS033 indicates that a query cannot be processed because it contains a "where-used list." This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when a query is trying to access or manipulate data that is dependent on a complex structure or relationship that cannot be resolved in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Where-Used List: The query is attempting to access a data source or object that has dependencies or relationships that are not straightforward. This can happen if the query is trying to reference a characteristic or key figure that is part of a where-used list, which means it is being used in multiple contexts or has dependencies that need to be resolved.
  Query Design: The design of the query may be too complex, or it may be referencing objects that are not compatible with the current query execution context.
  Data Source Issues: There may be