How To Fix MDMXFW004 - Selection operator SIGN contains an incorrect value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDMXFW - MDC Extraction Framework

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Selection operator SIGN contains an incorrect value

What causes this issue?

The selection operator SIGN can only accept the values 'E' for exclusive
or 'I' for inclusive. However, this value is different in one of the
existing selections.

System Response

Data extraction has been cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Check the formulation of the request and only specify valid SIGN
selection operators. Use the changed values to execute a new data
request.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDMXFW004 - Selection operator SIGN contains an incorrect value ?

  The SAP error message MDMXFW004 indicates that there is an issue with the selection operator SIGN in a query or selection criteria. This error typically arises when the value provided for the SIGN operator is not valid or does not conform to the expected values.
  Cause:
  The SIGN operator is used in selection criteria to specify whether to include or exclude certain records based on the condition. The valid values for the SIGN operator are usually:
  
  I (Include)
  E (Exclude)
  
  If the value provided for SIGN is anything other than I or E, or if it is missing, the system will throw the error message MDMXFW004.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria where the error is occurring. Ensure that the SIGN operator is correctly specified with either I or E.
  
  
  Correct the Value: If you find that the value for SIGN is incorrect, change it to one of the valid options:
  
  Use I to include records that meet the condition.
  Use E to exclude records that meet the condition.
  
  
  
  Validate Input: If the selection criteria are being generated dynamically (e.g., through a program or user input), ensure that the logic correctly assigns valid values to the SIGN operator.
  
  
  Test the Query: After making the necessary corrections, re-run the query or selection to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the context of selection criteria and valid operators.
  Debugging: If you are unable to identify the issue, consider using debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution and see where the incorrect value is being set.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MDMXFW004 error and ensure that your selection criteria are correctly configured.