How To Fix WXP633 - Grouping characteristic &1 is not in the selected area or in the layout

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 633

• Message text: Grouping characteristic &1 is not in the selected area or in the layout

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP633 - Grouping characteristic &1 is not in the selected area or in the layout ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXP633 – Grouping characteristic &1 is not in the selected area or in the layout
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in SAP when you try to use a grouping characteristic in a report or query (often in SAP BW or SAP Query) that is neither included in the selected data area nor present in the layout of the report. Essentially, the system expects the grouping characteristic to be part of the data set or visible in the report layout, but it is missing.
  Typical scenarios include:
  
  You have defined a grouping characteristic in the report or query settings, but that characteristic is not part of the selected fields or columns.
  The characteristic was removed from the layout or selection area but still referenced in grouping or sorting.
  In SAP BW, when defining a query, a characteristic is used for grouping but is not included in the query’s rows, columns, or free characteristics.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error WXP633, you need to ensure that the grouping characteristic is included in the report or query’s data set or layout.
  Steps to fix:
  
  
  Check the Query or Report Definition:
  
  Go to the query or report where the error occurs.
  Verify the grouping characteristics defined in the query properties or report settings.
  
  
  
  Include the Grouping Characteristic:
  
  Add the characteristic causing the error (&1) to the selected area (rows, columns, or free characteristics) of the query.
  Alternatively, include it in the layout so that it is part of the displayed data.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Layout:
  
  If the characteristic is already selected but not visible, add it to the layout (e.g., drag it into rows or columns in the query designer).
  
  
  
  Save and Execute:
  
  Save the changes and execute the query or report again to verify that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP BW Queries: In SAP BW Query Designer, grouping characteristics must be part of the query structure. If you use a characteristic for grouping but do not include it in the query rows, columns, or free characteristics, this error will occur.
  SAP Query: Similar logic applies; grouping fields must be part of the query fields.
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  RSRT – Execute BW queries  
  SQ01 – SAP Query maintenance  
  RSZ1 – Query Designer (BW)  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to WXP633 for specific system versions or patches.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Grouping characteristic is not included in the selected data area or layout.
  Solution: Add the grouping characteristic to the query/report selection or layout.
  Result: The system can then group data correctly without error.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., BW Query, SAP Query, report type), I can give more tailored instructions.