How To Fix GEF_CORE_MSG040 - Only one expression can exist for attribute &1 in logical operator AND.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GEF_CORE_MSG - Message class for GEF core

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Only one expression can exist for attribute &1 in logical operator AND.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GEF_CORE_MSG040 - Only one expression can exist for attribute &1 in logical operator AND. ?

  The SAP error message GEF_CORE_MSG040 indicates that there is an issue with the logical operator AND in a query or expression where multiple expressions are incorrectly defined for a single attribute. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects, SAP BW queries, or similar environments where logical expressions are used to filter or manipulate data.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to use the AND operator with more than one expression for the same attribute. For example, if you have a condition like:
  Attribute A = Value1 AND Attribute A = Value2
  This is invalid because you cannot have two different values for the same attribute in a single logical condition.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that each attribute in your logical expression is only referenced once. Here are some steps to fix the issue:
  
  
  Review the Expression: Check the logical expression where the error occurs. Identify the attribute mentioned in the error message (denoted as &1).
  
  
  Modify the Logic: If you need to check for multiple values for the same attribute, consider using the OR operator instead of AND, or restructure your logic. For example:
  
  Instead of:
  Attribute A = Value1 AND Attribute A = Value2
  
  Use:
  Attribute A = Value1 OR Attribute A = Value2
  
  
  
  
  Use IN Clause: If you are checking for multiple values, you can also use the IN clause if supported:
  Attribute A IN (Value1, Value2)
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Ensure that there are no duplicate conditions for the same attribute in your query or filter settings.
  
  
  Test the Query: After making the necessary changes, test the query or expression to ensure that it executes without errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP BW, SAP HANA) for more details on logical expressions and query design.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Debugging Tools: Use debugging tools available in your SAP environment to trace the execution of the query and identify where the logical error occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GEF_CORE_MSG040 error and successfully execute your query or expression.