How To Fix /SAPAPO/RSP669 - Restriction &1: Only header data selected, no attributes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RSP -

• Message number: 669

• Message text: Restriction &1: Only header data selected, no attributes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP669 - Restriction &1: Only header data selected, no attributes ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP669 Restriction &1: Only header data selected, no attributes typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to execute a query or report that requires both header data and associated attributes, but only header data has been selected.
  Cause:
  
  Selection of Data: The error indicates that the query or report is set up to retrieve only header data (like the main characteristics of a planning object) without any associated attributes (like detailed characteristics or additional information).
  Query Configuration: The configuration of the query might not include the necessary attributes that are required for the report to function correctly.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model or the way the data is structured in the InfoProvider.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Modify Query Selection:
  
  Go to the query definition in the SAP BW or APO system.
  Ensure that you include the necessary attributes in the selection criteria of your query.
  Check the characteristics and ensure that both header and attribute data are selected.
  
  
  
  Check InfoProvider:
  
  Verify the InfoProvider (like an InfoCube or DataStore Object) to ensure that it contains the required attributes.
  If attributes are missing, you may need to adjust the data model or the data extraction process to include them.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access both header and attribute data.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Selections:
  
  Try running the query with different selections to see if the issue persists. This can help identify if the problem is with specific selections or attributes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP APO you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation on query design in SAP BW/4HANA or SAP APO to better understand how to structure queries effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your query or report in SAP APO.