How To Fix RSDHA093 - Pattern option for filter '&1' is not supported

RSDHA093 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDHA - HANA Analysis in BW

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Pattern option for filter '&1' is not supported

What causes this issue?

Pattern option is supported for infoObjects with alpha conversion
(function module CONVERSION_EXIT_ALPHA_RANGE_I) and with material code
conversion (function module CONVERSION_EXIT_MATN1_RANGE_I). In addition
<(>,<)> infoObjects with data type NUMC are supported.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDHA093 - Pattern option for filter '&1' is not supported ?

  The SAP error message RSDHA093, which states "Pattern option for filter '&1' is not supported," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when you are trying to apply a filter with a pattern option that is not supported for the specific characteristic or InfoObject you are working with.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Pattern Option: The error is usually caused by using a pattern filter (like *, ?, or other wildcard characters) on a characteristic that does not support such filtering. Not all characteristics in SAP BW allow for pattern matching.
  Data Type Mismatch: The characteristic you are trying to filter may have a data type that does not support pattern matching (e.g., numeric fields).
  Incorrect Filter Configuration: The filter may be incorrectly configured in the query or report, leading to the use of unsupported options.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Characteristic Properties: Verify the properties of the characteristic you are trying to filter. Ensure that it supports pattern