How To Fix BRAIN181 - &1 is compounded and can only be set when &2 is fixed as well

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 181

• Message text: &1 is compounded and can only be set when &2 is fixed as well

What causes this issue?

The characteristic &V1& is compounded to the characteristic &V2& . For
this reason, &V1& can only be specified uniquely (CHACONST not initial)
when &V2& is specified uniquely.

System Response

The specification &V1&=&V3& is ignored.

How to fix this error?

Check the InfoProvider &V4& and the characteristics &V1& and &V2& .

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN181 - &1 is compounded and can only be set when &2 is fixed as well ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN181 typically indicates a problem related to the configuration of a compounded characteristic in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) environment. This error occurs when you attempt to set a compounded characteristic without fixing the underlying characteristic that it is dependent on.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that you are trying to set a compounded characteristic (e.g., a characteristic that is a combination of other characteristics) without having the base characteristic fixed. In SAP BW, compounded characteristics are used to create a hierarchy or a relationship between different characteristics, and they cannot be used independently without their base characteristics being defined.
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRAIN181 error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Characteristics: Determine which characteristic is compounded (the one you are trying to set) and which characteristic it is dependent on (the one that needs to be fixed).
  
  
  Fix the Base Characteristic: Before you can set the compounded characteristic, you need to ensure that the base characteristic is fixed. This means you need to set the value for the base characteristic in your query or report.
  
  
  Adjust Your Query/Report: If you are working with a query or report, make sure to include the base characteristic in your selection criteria. This will allow the compounded characteristic to be set correctly.
  
  
  Check the Data Model: Review the data model in your SAP BW system to ensure that the relationships between the characteristics are correctly defined. If there are any inconsistencies, you may need to adjust the data model.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, run your query or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Compounded Characteristics: In SAP BW, compounded characteristics are used to create a logical grouping of characteristics. For example, a compounded characteristic for "Location" might include "Country" and "City" as its base characteristics.
  
  
  SAP BW Queries: When designing queries in SAP BW, it is essential to understand the relationships between characteristics to avoid errors like BRAIN181.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: If you continue to experience issues, consider checking SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any updates or additional troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN181 error and successfully set the compounded characteristic in your SAP BW environment.