How To Fix RSRT_BICS_BW054 - &2 decimal separators in operand '&1'. Only one separator is allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRT_BICS_BW - Messages for RSRT BW UI

• Message number: 054

• Message text: &2 decimal separators in operand '&1'. Only one separator is allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRT_BICS_BW054 - &2 decimal separators in operand '&1'. Only one separator is allowed. ?

  The SAP error message RSRT_BICS_BW054 indicates that there is an issue with the decimal separators in the operand specified in the error message. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when using BEx (Business Explorer) queries or when working with BICS (Business Intelligence Consumer Services).
  Cause:
  The error message states that there are two decimal separators in the operand, which is not allowed. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Data Formatting: The data being processed may have been formatted incorrectly, leading to multiple decimal separators (e.g., both a comma and a period being used as decimal separators).
  Locale Settings: The locale settings of the system or the user may be inconsistent, causing confusion about which character should be used as a decimal separator.
  Data Source Issues: The data source might contain invalid entries that have multiple decimal separators.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Formatting:
  
  Review the data in the relevant InfoProvider or data source to ensure that numeric values are formatted correctly with only one decimal separator.
  If you find any entries with multiple decimal separators, correct them.
  
  
  
  Review Locale Settings:
  
  Check the user settings in SAP to ensure that the correct locale is set. This can be done in the user profile settings.
  Ensure that the system settings for decimal notation are consistent with the expected format (e.g., using either a period or a comma, but not both).
  
  
  
  Modify Query or Calculation:
  
  If the error occurs in a BEx query, review the query design to ensure that calculations or operands do not inadvertently introduce multiple decimal separators.
  You may need to adjust the formula or calculation logic to avoid this issue.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing:
  
  If the issue is widespread, consider running a data cleansing process to standardize the numeric formats across the relevant datasets.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the query or report again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error.
  BEx Query Designer: Familiarize yourself with the BEx Query Designer to understand how to properly format and validate queries.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions related to similar issues encountered by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSRT_BICS_BW054 error in your SAP BW environment.