How To Fix 5P002 - Detailed definition missing, variable key must have following layout: &

5P002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Detailed definition missing, variable key must have following layout: &

What causes this issue?

After using a decision operation you must add the operation
specifications to the variable key.

How to fix this error?

Include the return values of the operation in the variable key.
The error message shows the correct structure of the variable key.
Enter the specification in those places marked with an 'X'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P002 - Detailed definition missing, variable key must have following layout: & ?

  The SAP error message 5P002 indicates that there is a problem with a variable key in a report or query. Specifically, it states that a detailed definition is missing and that the variable key must follow a specific layout. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries, reports, or data extraction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variable Definition: The variable key that is being referenced in the query or report does not have a detailed definition in the system.
  Incorrect Layout: The variable key does not conform to the expected format or layout that SAP requires.
  Data Source Issues: The data source or InfoProvider may not be properly configured, leading to missing definitions for the variables.
  Transport Issues: If the query or report was transported from one system to another, the variable definitions may not have been included in the transport.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variable Definitions:
  
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