How To Fix R7B168 - Report is only supported on SAP HANA systems

R7B168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Report is only supported on SAP HANA systems

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B168 - Report is only supported on SAP HANA systems ?

  The SAP error message R7B168, which states "Report is only supported on SAP HANA systems," typically occurs when you attempt to run a report or query that is designed specifically for SAP HANA but is being executed on a non-HANA database system. This error is common in environments where both SAP HANA and non-HANA databases are in use.
  
  Cause:
  
  Database Compatibility: The report or query you are trying to execute is optimized for SAP HANA and relies on features or functionalities that are only available in the HANA database.
  System Configuration: The system you are using may not be configured to connect to an SAP HANA database, or the report is being executed in a context that does not support HANA.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use an SAP HANA System: To resolve this error, you need to run the report on an SAP HANA system. Ensure that you are connected to the correct database.
  Check Report Compatibility: If you