How To Fix MDMXFW026 - Selection operator SIGN must be the same for all entries

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDMXFW - MDC Extraction Framework

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Selection operator SIGN must be the same for all entries

What causes this issue?

The selection operator SIGN must be the same for all transfer segments
that have been defined. It can only accept either the value 'E' for
exclusive or 'I' for inclusive.

System Response

Data extraction is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Check the formulation of the request and valuate all SIGN selection
operators of the transfer segments with the same value.
Perform a new data request with the new values.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDMXFW026 - Selection operator SIGN must be the same for all entries ?

  The SAP error message MDMXFW026 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the selection criteria used in a query or report, specifically regarding the use of the SIGN operator. This error typically arises when you are trying to filter data using multiple selection criteria, and the SIGN (which indicates whether the selection is to include or exclude records) is not consistent across all entries.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You have multiple selection criteria (for example, in a selection screen or a report) where the SIGN operator (e.g., I for include, E for exclude) is not the same for all entries.
  For instance, if you have one selection criterion set to include records (I) and another set to exclude records (E), SAP cannot process this request because it leads to ambiguity in the selection logic.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that all selection criteria have the same SIGN operator. Here are the steps to troubleshoot and fix the issue:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Go through the selection criteria you have defined in your report or query. Check each entry to see what the SIGN is set to.
  
  
  Standardize SIGN Operators: Make sure that all entries use the same SIGN. For example, if you have:
  
  Entry 1: SIGN = I (Include)
  Entry 2: SIGN = E (Exclude)
  
  Change one of them so that both are either I or E.
  
  
  Test the Query/Report: After making the necessary adjustments, run the query or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Check for Logical Errors: If you are using complex selection logic, ensure that the logic makes sense and that you are not inadvertently creating conflicting criteria.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Selection Options: In SAP, selection options allow users to specify criteria for data retrieval. Each selection option can have a SIGN, OPTION, and LOW/ HIGH values.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on selection criteria and how to properly configure them.
  Debugging: If you are still facing issues, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution of the report and identify where the inconsistency arises.
  
  By ensuring that all selection criteria have a consistent SIGN, you should be able to resolve the MDMXFW026 error and successfully execute your query or report.