How To Fix DS070 - Selection only permitted for nodes with the same name


DS070 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: DS - Messages for Editing Text Elements in ABAP Programs

  • Message number: 070

  • Message text: Selection only permitted for nodes with the same name

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS070 - Selection only permitted for nodes with the same name ?
    The SAP error message DS070, which states "Selection only permitted for nodes with the same name," typically occurs in the context of data selection in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when working with data sources in SAP systems. This error indicates that there is an issue with the selection criteria used in a query or data extraction process, specifically that the nodes being selected do not match in terms of their names or identifiers.
    
    Cause: Mismatched Node Names: The error usually arises when you are trying to select multiple nodes in a hierarchy or structure that do not share the same name or identifier. This can happen in queries, data extraction, or when working with InfoObjects that have hierarchies. Incorrect Query Design: If the query is designed to pull data from different nodes that are not compatible or do not belong to the same hierarchy, this error can occur. Data Source Configuration: Issues in

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