How To Fix DS618 - Dictionary texts passed for selection &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 618

• Message text: Dictionary texts passed for selection &

What causes this issue?

The Data Dictionary text for the specified selection has been taken
over and flagged as a Data Dictionary text.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS618 - Dictionary texts passed for selection & ?

  The SAP error message DS618, which states "Dictionary texts passed for selection &," typically occurs in the context of data selection or data extraction processes, particularly when dealing with DataSources in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or similar environments. This error indicates that there is an issue with the way dictionary texts (descriptive texts for fields) are being handled in a selection process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Field Selection: The error may arise if the selection criteria for a query or data extraction include fields that are not properly defined or are not suitable for the operation being performed.
  DataSource Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the DataSource, where the dictionary texts are not correctly mapped or are not available for the fields being selected.
  Incompatible Data Types: The data types of the fields being selected may not match the expected types, leading to issues in processing the selection.
  Missing Authorizations: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain fields or data, which can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Selection: Review the fields being selected in your query or data extraction process. Ensure that they are valid and correctly defined in the DataSource.
  Review DataSource Configuration: Go to the DataSource configuration in the SAP BW system and verify that all fields, including dictionary texts, are correctly set up and mapped.
  Data Type Compatibility: Ensure that the data types of the fields being selected are compatible with the expected input types. If necessary, adjust the selection criteria to match the correct data types.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the query or extraction has the necessary authorizations to access the fields involved. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Review the official SAP BW documentation for guidance on DataSource configuration and query design.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for managing DataSources and queries.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.