Symptom
The name of a measure from a SAP Bex Query shows the Unique Identifier instead of it's display name
Reproducing the Issue
- Create a Crystal Reports based on a SAP BEX query
- Note the name of the measures
Crystal Reports XI R2
Crystal Reports 2008 SP0 and beyond
Cause
This behaviour can be changed in the Crystal Reports options
Resolution
- In Crystal Reports expand the menu: File
- Click on Options
- Click on the tab Database
- For Tables and Fields choose the option: Description to display the measure's display name
Keywords
technical name, uid, , KBA , BI-BIP-IK , Integration; Integration kits for SAP, Baan, PeopleSoft, Sie , How To
Product
Crystal Reports 2008 V1