How To Fix BRAIN221 - Fiscal year variant must be specified uniquely in query

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Fiscal year variant must be specified uniquely in query

What causes this issue?

Key date derivation type &V1& is used in the query. In accordance with
this derivation type, the key data is to be derived from characteristic
. This is compounded to the fiscal year variant.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Specify the fiscal year variant in the query, or use a different key
date derivation type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN221 - Fiscal year variant must be specified uniquely in query ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN221 indicates that there is an issue with the fiscal year variant in a query. This error typically arises when the system cannot uniquely identify the fiscal year variant that should be used for the query. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Ambiguity in Fiscal Year Variants: The query may reference multiple fiscal year variants, leading to confusion about which one to use.
  Missing Configuration: The fiscal year variant may not be properly configured in the query or the underlying data model.
  Multiple Data Sources: If the query pulls data from multiple sources that have different fiscal year variants, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Query Configuration:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer.
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is specified correctly and uniquely in the query properties.
  If the query is based on a specific InfoProvider, check the settings of that InfoProvider to ensure it has a defined fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Specify Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  In the query properties, explicitly set the fiscal year variant to ensure that it is uniquely defined.
  You can do this by navigating to the "Filters" section and adding a filter for the fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Review Data Sources:
  
  If the query is pulling data from multiple sources, ensure that all sources are aligned in terms of fiscal year variants.
  If necessary, create separate queries for different fiscal year variants.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the fiscal year variant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific configurations related to fiscal year variants in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant: This is a configuration in SAP that defines how the fiscal year is structured (e.g., number of periods, special periods).
  Query Designer: A tool in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) used to create and modify queries.
  InfoProvider: A data source in SAP BW that can be used in queries, such as InfoCubes or DataStore Objects (DSOs).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation, as they may have access to logs or additional tools to diagnose the problem.