How To Fix R9E027 - You can only restrict to one key figure in the global filter

R9E027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9E - Error Messages for Query Designer .NET

• Message number: 027

• Message text: You can only restrict to one key figure in the global filter

What causes this issue?

The filter for the query can contain one key figure only.

System Response

The OLAP server can process just one key figure as the filter selection
for the whole query.

How to fix this error?

Remove all additional key figures from the global filter.
If the query is to be based on the numerical values of multiple key
figures, remove all key figures from the global filter. Then define the
key figures either in the rows or columns of the query.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9E027 - You can only restrict to one key figure in the global filter ?

  The SAP error message R9E027, which states "You can only restrict to one key figure in the global filter," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics Cloud when you are trying to apply filters to a query or report that involves key figures.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to apply multiple restrictions on key figures in a global filter. In SAP BW queries, a global filter can only restrict one key figure at a time. If you try to add more than one key figure restriction, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Your Filters: Check the global filter settings in your query or report. Ensure that you are only applying a restriction to one key figure.
  
  
  Modify the Query: If you need to analyze multiple key figures, consider creating separate queries for each key figure or