How To Fix BRAIN262 - Characteristic &1 has a constant value (&2) and cannot be used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Characteristic &1 has a constant value (&2) and cannot be used

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& is set as constant (COB_PRO-CHACONST = &V2&) and is
therefore no longer visible in the InfoProvider.

System Response

Since the filter condition for &V1& matches the constant condition
(COB_PRO-CHACONST = &V2&), it is ignored when the query is generated.

How to fix this error?

The characteristic is used in the query to be executed even though it is
no longer visible in the InfoProvider. You can resolve the problem by
changing the query in the Query Designer. The system proposes an
appropriate solution to how the InfoObject that does not exist or is not
visible can be removed from the query. You must ensure that the query is
still defined meaningfully.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN262 - Characteristic &1 has a constant value (&2) and cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN262 indicates that a characteristic in your query has been assigned a constant value, which means it cannot be used in the context of the query you are trying to execute. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries in BEx (Business Explorer).
  Cause:
  
  Constant Value Assignment: The characteristic in question has been set to a constant value in the query definition. This means that it is not intended to be variable or dynamic, and thus cannot be used in the context of the query.
  Query Design: The query might have been designed in such a way that it expects the characteristic to be variable, but it has been defined as a constant in the query properties.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Query Definition: Go to the query designer and check the properties of the characteristic that is causing the error. Ensure that it is not set to a constant value.
  Remove Constant Value: If the characteristic is set to a constant value, you can either remove this setting or change it to allow for variable input.
  Modify Query Filters: If the characteristic is being used as a filter, consider modifying the filter settings to allow for dynamic values instead of a constant.
  Rebuild the Query: If necessary, you may need to rebuild the query or create a new one that does not include the characteristic with the constant value.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Characteristics in SAP BW: Characteristics are attributes that describe the data in your InfoObjects. They can be used in queries to filter or group data.
  Query Designer: The tool used to create and modify queries in SAP BW. Familiarity with this tool is essential for troubleshooting issues like BRAIN262.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on query design and characteristics. This can provide insights into best practices and common pitfalls.
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Testing: After making changes, always test the query to ensure that it runs without errors.
  Consult with Colleagues: If you are unsure about the changes, consult with colleagues or a BW consultant who may have more experience with query design.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN262 error and successfully run your query.