How To Fix RSES_DS005 - Select exactly one field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSES_DS - Messages DataSource-ESR References

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Select exactly one field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSES_DS005 - Select exactly one field ?

  The SAP error message RSES_DS005, which states "Select exactly one field," typically occurs in the context of data extraction or reporting, particularly when working with DataSources in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when using the DataSource extraction process.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to execute a query or a data extraction process that requires a single field to be selected, but either:
  
  No field is selected.
  Multiple fields are selected instead of just one.
  
  This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When defining a DataSource.
  When creating or executing a query in a reporting tool.
  When using a function module or program that expects a single field as input.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSES_DS005 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Field Selection: Ensure that you have selected exactly one field in the relevant selection screen or query definition. If you have multiple fields selected, deselect all but one.
  
  
  Review Query Definitions: If you are working with a query, go to the query designer and verify that the selection criteria or the fields being used in the query are correctly set to only one field.
  
  
  DataSource Configuration: If the error occurs during DataSource configuration, check the settings to ensure that only one field is being referenced where required.
  
  
  Function Module Parameters: If you are calling a function module, check the parameters being passed to ensure that only one field is being sent where the error is triggered.
  
  
  Documentation and Help: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or function you are using to ensure compliance with the expected input requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSRT (Query Monitor) to troubleshoot and analyze the data extraction process.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSES_DS005 error and proceed with your data extraction or reporting tasks in SAP.