How To Fix DD_MT_SHARING011 - A where condition cannot be specified for the given sharing type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DD_MT_SHARING - DDIC Multi Tenancy Sharing: Messages

• Message number: 011

• Message text: A where condition cannot be specified for the given sharing type

What causes this issue?

Where condition can only be specified if content separation is necessary
(currently, sharing type W, T and S).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DD_MT_SHARING011 - A where condition cannot be specified for the given sharing type ?

  The SAP error message DD_MT_SHARING011 indicates that there is an issue with the sharing type configuration in your data model. Specifically, it states that a "where condition cannot be specified for the given sharing type." This typically occurs in the context of data modeling, particularly when working with shared objects or data sources in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incompatible Sharing Type: The sharing type you are trying to use does not support the use of a WHERE condition. Certain sharing types are designed to work without additional filtering.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the data model or the way the sharing type is defined.
  Data Source Limitations: The underlying data source may not support the specified WHERE condition due to its structure or the way it is set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Sharing Type: Check the sharing type you are using and ensure that it is compatible with the WHERE condition you are trying to apply. Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific sharing type to understand its limitations.
  
  
  Modify Data Model: If the sharing type does not support WHERE conditions, consider modifying your data model to either:
  
  Remove the WHERE condition.
  Change the sharing type to one that allows for WHERE conditions if applicable.
  
  
  
  Check Data Source: Ensure that the data source you are working with is correctly configured and supports the operations you are trying to perform. You may need to adjust the data source settings or use a different data source.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for detailed information on the specific sharing types and their capabilities.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the data model to ensure that the error is resolved and that the desired functionality is achieved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to data modeling and sharing types in SAP to gain a better understanding of best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.