How To Fix DMCLG290 - Object selection for creating runtime information is ambiguous

DMCLG290 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMCLG - DMC Tool Development

• Message number: 290

• Message text: Object selection for creating runtime information is ambiguous

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMCLG290 - Object selection for creating runtime information is ambiguous ?

  The SAP error message DMCLG290, which states "Object selection for creating runtime information is ambiguous," typically occurs in the context of data management or data extraction processes, particularly when dealing with Data Management or Data Warehousing scenarios in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The ambiguity in object selection usually arises from one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Multiple Objects with Similar Names: There may be multiple objects (like InfoObjects, DataSources, or other entities) that match the selection criteria, leading to confusion about which object to use.
  
  
  Incorrect or Incomplete Selection Criteria: The selection criteria provided may not be specific enough, causing the system to find multiple valid options.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the data model or the extraction process that lead to ambiguous references.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DMCLG290 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Review and refine the selection criteria you are using to ensure that they are specific enough to