How To Fix 0S013 - Internal error; incorrect variable name in row & column &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0S - Messages for the SQL trace

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Internal error; incorrect variable name in row & column &

What causes this issue?

The name of the formal variables is incorrect.

System Response

Program processing continues with the next part of the SQL statement.

How to fix this error?

As this is an internal SAP error, you cannot correct this problem. Try
to reproduce the error and report it to the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0S013 - Internal error; incorrect variable name in row & column & ?

  The SAP error message 0S013 indicates an internal error related to an incorrect variable name in a specific row and column of a report or data structure. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with queries, reports, or data models.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Variable Name: The error usually occurs when a variable name used in a query or report does not match any defined variable in the system. This could be due to typos, changes in the data model, or deletion of variables.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as renaming or deleting InfoObjects, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Query Design Issues: Errors in the design of queries, such as incorrect references to variables or characteristics, can trigger this error.
  Transport Issues: If the query or report was transported from one system to another, and the variable definitions were not included or were not consistent, this could lead to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variable Names: Review the query or report to ensure that all variable names are correctly spelled and match the definitions in the data model.
  Validate Query Design: Open the query in the Query Designer and validate the design. Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the variable definitions.
  Review Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all queries and reports have been updated accordingly.
  Transport Consistency: If the issue arose after a transport, check that all necessary objects, including variables, were transported correctly.
  Recreate Variables: If a variable is missing or incorrectly defined, consider recreating it in the system.
  Check Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variables and data being queried.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to query design and variable management in BW/BI for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation, as it could be indicative of a deeper issue within the system.