How To Fix RSO_RES_QMSGS166 - Not allowed to change a fix selection in &1. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_QMSGS - Messages directly related to Query Designer.

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Not allowed to change a fix selection in &1. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_QMSGS166 - Not allowed to change a fix selection in &1. &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSO_RES_QMSGS166 indicates that you are trying to change a fixed selection in a query or report that is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries in BEx (Business Explorer).
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to modify a fixed selection (a predefined filter or selection criteria) in a query that has been set to be non-editable.
  The query is designed to restrict changes to certain selections to maintain data integrity or to adhere to business rules.
  The query might be locked for editing due to user permissions or settings in the query definition.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Query Settings:
  
  Open the query in the BEx Query Designer.
  Review the properties of the fixed selections. If they are set to be fixed, you will not be able to change them in the report.
  
  
  
  Modify Query Definition:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the query definition to allow changes to the fixed selections.
  In the BEx Query Designer, navigate to the fixed selections and change their properties to allow user input if appropriate.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to edit the query. If you do not have the required access, contact your SAP BW administrator to request the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the documentation for the specific query or report to understand the intended use and any restrictions that may apply.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  BEx Query Designer: Familiarize yourself with the BEx Query Designer, as it is the tool used to create and modify queries in SAP BW.
  User Roles: Understand the roles and authorizations in your SAP environment, as they can affect your ability to modify queries and selections.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the RSO_RES_QMSGS166 error and understand the context in which it occurs.