How To Fix BRAIN189 - 'Constant Selection' has to be set on all rows &1 &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 189

• Message text: 'Constant Selection' has to be set on all rows &1 &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN189 - 'Constant Selection' has to be set on all rows &1 &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN189, which states "'Constant Selection' has to be set on all rows &1 &2 &3," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries or reports that involve variables or selections.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you are trying to execute a query or report that requires a constant selection for all rows, but one or more rows do not have this selection set. This can happen in scenarios where:
  
  Inconsistent Variable Settings: The query is designed to use constant selections, but some of the rows or selections do not have the constant selection flag set.
  Missing Values: There may be missing values in the selection criteria that are required for the query to execute properly.
  Query Design Issues: The query might be incorrectly designed, leading to inconsistencies in how selections are applied across different rows.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRAIN189 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Query Design:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer.
  Review the selection criteria for each characteristic and ensure that the 'Constant Selection' option is set for all relevant rows.
  
  
  
  Set Constant Selection:
  
  For each row in the selection criteria, ensure that the 'Constant Selection' checkbox is checked. This can usually be done in the properties of the selection variable.
  
  
  
  Review Variables:
  
  If your query uses variables, ensure that they are properly defined and that they are set to allow constant selections where necessary.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the query again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about how to set constant selections or if the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP BW/BI administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BW/BI query design to better understand how to manage selections and variables.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN189 error and successfully execute your query or report.