How To Fix BRAIN389 - Variable &1 cannot be used in conversion type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 389

• Message text: Variable &1 cannot be used in conversion type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN389 - Variable &1 cannot be used in conversion type &2 ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN389 indicates that a variable (denoted as &1) cannot be used in a specific conversion type (denoted as &2) within the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch between the variable's data type and the expected data type for the conversion type being used.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The variable you are trying to use is not compatible with the conversion type specified. For example, if the variable is a character type but the conversion type expects a numeric type, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Variable Definition: The variable may not be defined correctly in the InfoObject or may not be set up to be used in the context you are trying to use it.
  Contextual Issues: The variable may not be applicable in the specific context of the query or report you are trying to execute.
  
  
  Solution:
  
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