How To Fix BRAIN226 - Variable &1[&2] must not have an offset, length, boolean or dimension


BRAIN226 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: BRAIN -

  • Message number: 226

  • Message text: Variable &1[&2] must not have an offset, length, boolean or dimension

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  • What causes this issue?

    You want variable &V1&[&V2&] to be filled with the value of key figure
    attribute &V3&.
    For key figure attributes<(>,<)> you are <ZH>not allowed </>to set:
    Interpret Result as Boolean Value
    Offset Start
    Offset Length
    Dimension (only the default value "Number" is allowed)

    System Response

    The query will be adjusted. Conflicting settings for key figure
    attribute &V3& are ignored.

    How to fix this error?

    Delete the conflicting settings you have made in the definition of the
    variable &V1&[&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 BRAIN226 - Variable &1[&2] must not have an offset, length, boolean or dimension ?
    The SAP error message BRAIN226 indicates that there is an issue with a variable in a query or report that is not compatible with the expected data type or structure. Specifically, the error states that the variable must not have an offset, length, boolean, or dimension. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries, variables, or data sources.
    
    Cause: Variable Definition: The variable in question may have been defined incorrectly. For example, it might be set up to use an offset or length, which is not allowed for certain types of variables. Data Type Mismatch: The variable may be using a data type that is incompatible with the context in which it is being used (e.g., trying to use a boolean variable where a numeric or string variable is expected). Query Design: The query or report design may have inconsistencies, such as

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