How To Fix WRF_STR035 - Query does not have a selection variable "Season"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_STR - Messages: Strategies Fashion

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Query does not have a selection variable "Season"

What causes this issue?

You specified a value for field <LS>Season</> in the selection screen,
but no suitable selection variable is defined for the query or
configured in Customizing.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Select a suitable query or remove the value in the selection screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_STR035 - Query does not have a selection variable "Season" ?

  The SAP error message WRF_STR035 indicates that a query you are trying to execute does not have a selection variable for "Season." This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Retail or Merchandise Management modules, where seasonality is an important factor in planning and reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Variable: The query you are running is expected to include a selection variable for "Season," but it has not been defined in the query settings.
  Query Configuration: The query may not have been properly configured to include all necessary selection variables, or the variable for "Season" may have been inadvertently removed or not activated.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may not support the "Season" variable, or it may not be properly linked to the query.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Query Definition:
  
  Go to the query definition in the SAP BW or SAP HANA environment.
  Ensure that the "Season" selection variable is included in the query. If it is missing, you will need to add it.
  
  
  
  Modify the Query:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer.
  Add the "Season" characteristic to the selection criteria.
  Save and activate the query.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Ensure that the data source you are using for the query includes the "Season" characteristic.
  If necessary, update the data source to include the required fields.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making the changes, run the query again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on configuring queries and selection variables.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify queries and access the relevant data.
  Training and Support: If you are unfamiliar with query design in SAP, consider seeking training or assistance from a colleague or SAP consultant.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_STR035 error and successfully run your query with the necessary selection variable for "Season."