How To Fix 57326 - Variable &1 is not filled at the time &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 57 - Component 709: Interface to external payroll system

• Message number: 326

• Message text: Variable &1 is not filled at the time &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 57326 - Variable &1 is not filled at the time &2 ?

  The SAP error message 57326, which states "Variable &1 is not filled at the time &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a query is executed, and a variable that is expected to have a value is not populated at the time of execution.
  Cause:
  
  Uninitialized Variable: The variable specified by &1 is not filled with a value when the query is executed. This can happen if the variable is not set up correctly or if the user does not provide a value when prompted.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the variable is supposed to pull its value may not have any data available at the time of execution.
  Incorrect Variable Settings: The variable may be configured incorrectly in the query definition, such as not being set to mandatory or not having a default value.
  Timing Issues: The variable may depend on a previous step or process that has not been completed, leading to it being empty at the time of query execution.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variable Configuration: Go to the query definition in the Query Designer and check the settings for the variable. Ensure that it is set up correctly, including default values and whether it is mandatory.
  Provide a Value: If the variable is meant to be filled by user input, ensure that the user provides a value when prompted. If it is not mandatory, consider making it so.
  Review Data Source: Check the underlying data source to ensure that it contains the necessary data for the variable to be filled. If the data is missing, you may need to refresh or load the data.
  Debugging: Use transaction codes like RSRT (for running queries) or RSOS (for analyzing the query) to debug and see where the variable is failing to get populated.
  Check Dependencies: If the variable depends on other variables or selections, ensure that those are filled correctly before the query execution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on variables in queries for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.