How To Fix FDT_HANA186 - &1 and &2: More than one expression is used for result calculation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_HANA - BRFplus: HANA Integration

• Message number: 186

• Message text: &1 and &2: More than one expression is used for result calculation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_HANA186 - &1 and &2: More than one expression is used for result calculation ?

  The SAP error message FDT_HANA186 typically indicates that there is an issue with the calculation of a result in a formula or expression within a calculation view or a similar context in SAP HANA. The message suggests that more than one expression is being used to calculate a result, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  Multiple Expressions: You have defined multiple expressions that are trying to calculate the same result. This can happen in calculated columns, measures, or any other context where a single result is expected.
  Ambiguous Logic: The logic defined in the calculation view or the data flow is ambiguous, leading to confusion about which expression should be used for the result.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the calculation view or the data model that leads to conflicting expressions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Expressions: Check the calculation view or the data model where the error is occurring. Look for any calculated columns or measures that may have overlapping or conflicting expressions.
  
  
  Consolidate Expressions: If you find multiple expressions that are intended to calculate the same result, consolidate them into a single expression. Ensure that the logic is clear and unambiguous.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that any dependent calculations or expressions are correctly defined and do not conflict with each other.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the calculation view or data model to ensure that the error is resolved and that the results are as expected.
  
  
  Documentation: If necessary, refer to SAP documentation or community forums for additional guidance on best practices for defining expressions in SAP HANA.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HANA Documentation: Review the official SAP HANA documentation for guidelines on creating calculation views and using expressions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize debugging tools available in SAP HANA Studio or SAP Web IDE to trace the execution of your calculation views and identify where the conflict arises.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.