How To Fix RSOS_SEARCH022 - Join type TEXT JOIN is selected for condition &1 without language column

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSOS_SEARCH -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Join type TEXT JOIN is selected for condition &1 without language column

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSOS_SEARCH022 - Join type TEXT JOIN is selected for condition &1 without language column ?

  The SAP error message RSOS_SEARCH022 indicates that a TEXT JOIN has been selected for a condition in a query or report, but the necessary language column is missing. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with queries that involve text data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because a TEXT JOIN requires a language column to properly interpret and filter the text data. In SAP BW, text data is often stored in a way that is language-dependent, meaning that the system needs to know which language version of the text to retrieve. If the language column is not included in the join condition, the system cannot determine which text to return, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to ensure that the language column is included in the TEXT JOIN condition. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify the Language Column: Determine which column in your data model represents the language. This is typically a column that contains language codes (e.g., 'EN' for English, 'DE' for German).
  
  
  Modify the Query/Report:
  
  Open the query or report where the error is occurring.
  Locate the condition that is causing the error.
  Add the language column to the TEXT JOIN condition. This may involve modifying the query definition in the Query Designer or adjusting the underlying data model.
  
  
  
  Check Data Model: Ensure that the data model (InfoObject, InfoProvider, etc.) includes the necessary language column and that it is properly populated with data.
  
  
  Test the Query: After making the changes, execute the query again to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on TEXT JOINs and query design for more details on how to properly configure joins and conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional help from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By ensuring that the language column is included in your TEXT JOIN conditions, you should be able to resolve the RSOS_SEARCH022 error and successfully execute your query or report.