How To Fix RSAN_WB040 - Field &1 does not support aggregation &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAN_WB - Messages for Analysis Designer

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Field &1 does not support aggregation &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAN_WB040 - Field &1 does not support aggregation &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSAN_WB040, which states "Field &1 does not support aggregation &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to perform an aggregation operation on a field that is not designed to support that type of aggregation.
  Cause:
  
  Field Type: The field you are trying to aggregate may not be of a type that supports the specified aggregation method (e.g., SUM, AVG, COUNT, etc.). For example, you cannot sum a text field or a field that is not numeric.
  Data Model: The data model may not be set up correctly. Certain fields in InfoObjects or InfoProviders may have restrictions on how they can be aggregated.
  Aggregation Settings: The aggregation settings for the field in the InfoObject or InfoProvider may not allow for the specified aggregation type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Type: Verify the data type of the field in the InfoObject. Ensure that it is a numeric type if you are trying to perform a numeric aggregation (like SUM or AVG).
  Review Aggregation Settings: Go to the InfoObject definition and check the aggregation settings. Make sure that the field is set to allow the type of aggregation you are trying to perform.
  Modify Query: If the field cannot be aggregated, consider modifying your query to exclude that field from the aggregation or use a different field that supports the desired aggregation.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the field and its aggregation capabilities.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Documentation: Check the official SAP BW documentation for more details on InfoObjects and their aggregation capabilities.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to analyze and modify InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.