How To Fix MCW_AA_AT016 - Selection variable &3 not maintained for query &1 in method &2


MCW_AA_AT016 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MCW_AA_AT - Messages for Allocation Rule Generation Based on BW

  • Message number: 016

  • Message text: Selection variable &3 not maintained for query &1 in method &2

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  • What causes this issue?

    In customizing 'Maintaining Query Components for Analytical
    Applications', the field 'Field Name in OLTP (R/3)' must be supplied
    with the contents from '&V3&' for selecting sites (corresponding
    selection field in SAP BW, for example, 0S_PLANT).

    System Response

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

    How to fix this error?

    If you have the necessary authorization, adjust the data in customizing
    to 'Data retraction for Retail/CP' (transaction MCW_AA), otherwise
    notify your system administrator.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MCW_AA_AT016 - Selection variable &3 not maintained for query &1 in method &2 ?
    The SAP error message MCW_AA_AT016 indicates that a selection variable (in this case, identified as &3) has not been maintained for a specific query (&1) in the context of a method (&2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries in the Query Designer or when executing queries in reports.
    
    Cause: Unmaintained Selection Variable: The selection variable specified in the error message has not been defined or maintained in the query. This means that the query is expecting a value for this variable, but it has not been set up correctly. Query
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the query is configured, such as missing parameters or incorrect settings in the Query Designer. Data Source Issues: The underlying data source for the query may not be properly set up, leading to the selection variable not being recognized.
    Solution: Maintain the Selection Variable: Open

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