How To Fix BRAIN131 - A results row cannot be calculated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: A results row cannot be calculated

What causes this issue?

Several hierarchies nodes were selected that have one or more leaves in
common, although the nodes are contained in one another. In this
situation, the result lines cannot be determined with a justifiable
effort.

System Response

The result line is neither calculated nor displayed.

How to fix this error?

You can obtain some of the information associated with a result line
using another navigation, for example, by deactivating the hierarchy or
removing the characteristic from the drilldown.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN131 - A results row cannot be calculated ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN131, which states "A results row cannot be calculated," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue with the data being processed in a query or report. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, missing data, or issues with the query design.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The data required for the calculation of the results row may be missing or not available in the underlying data source.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as null values or incorrect data types that prevent the calculation from being performed.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query may be incorrectly designed, leading to situations where the system cannot compute the results based on the provided parameters.
  Aggregation Issues: If the query involves aggregations, there may be issues with how the aggregation is defined or how the data is grouped.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to incomplete data sets.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Ensure that all required data is available in the data source. You may need to run a data load or check the data source for completeness.
  Review Query Design: Examine the query design for any logical errors. Ensure that all necessary fields are included and that the calculations are correctly defined.
  Handle Null Values: Implement logic to handle null values in the data. This may involve using functions to replace nulls with default values or excluding them from calculations.
  Validate Data Types: Ensure that the data types of the fields used in calculations are compatible. For example, numeric fields should not be mixed with string fields in calculations.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access all relevant data. If not, adjust the user roles or permissions accordingly.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the query with a smaller set of data to isolate the issue and identify what might be causing the calculation to fail.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BW or BusinessObjects to understand the expected behavior of queries and reports, as well as best practices for designing them.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP BW or BusinessObjects expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.