How To Fix QG_EVAL016 - Additional structure &1 cannot be represented in histogram

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QG_EVAL - QM Evaluations Using Graphics and Tables

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Additional structure &1 cannot be represented in histogram

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QG_EVAL016 - Additional structure &1 cannot be represented in histogram ?

  The SAP error message QG_EVAL016 indicates that an additional structure specified in a query cannot be represented in a histogram. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when trying to create or display a histogram for a query that includes certain characteristics or structures that are not compatible with histogram representation.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Characteristics: The additional structure you are trying to use may contain characteristics that cannot be aggregated or represented in a histogram format.
  Data Model Limitations: The underlying data model may not support the additional structure for histogram representation due to its design or the way data is stored.
  Query Design Issues: The query may be designed in a way that conflicts with the requirements for creating a histogram, such as including too many dimensions or non-aggregatable fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Query Design: Check the query definition and ensure that the additional structure you are trying to use is appropriate for histogram representation. Remove or replace incompatible characteristics.
  Simplify the Structure: If possible, simplify the additional structure by reducing the number of characteristics or using only those that are compatible with histogram representation.
  Check Data Model: Ensure that the data model supports the additional structure. You may need to adjust the data model or the way data is aggregated.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on which characteristics can be used in histograms.
  Test with Different Structures: If you are unsure which structure is causing the issue, try testing the query with different combinations of characteristics to identify the problematic one.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on histogram representation in queries.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW or SAP HANA query design to better understand the limitations and best practices for creating histograms.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create the desired histogram in your SAP environment.