How To Fix BRAIN361 - Variable &1 cannot be used in an exception/condition

BRAIN361 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 361

• Message text: Variable &1 cannot be used in an exception/condition

What causes this issue?

Variable &V1& is used in exception/condition &V2&. The following
variable types are not supported as benchmark figures in either
exceptions or conditions:
Variables that are replaced by replacement path InfoObject
Variables that are filled by authorizations

System Response

Exception or condition &V2& is deactivated when executing the query.

How to fix this error?

Change the exception or condition definition or delete it as it will not
be taken into consideration.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN361 - Variable &1 cannot be used in an exception/condition ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN361 indicates that a variable cannot be used in a specific context, such as an exception or condition, within a query or report in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically arises when the variable is not compatible with the context in which it is being used.
  
  Cause:
  
  Variable Type: The variable you are trying to use may not be of the correct type for the exception or condition. For example, if the variable is a characteristic variable, it cannot be used in a numeric condition.
  Context Misalignment: The variable may not be defined in the context of the query or the data model you are working with. For instance, if the variable is not part of the InfoProvider or the query structure, it cannot be used.
  Incorrect Usage: The variable might be intended for a different purpose, such as filtering or selection, and is