How To Fix BRAIN429 - Operation &1 is not allowed here (formula &2)

BRAIN429 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 429

• Message text: Operation &1 is not allowed here (formula &2)

See the long text in BR9.

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?

Correct the query.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN429 - Operation &1 is not allowed here (formula &2) ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN429, which states "Operation &1 is not allowed here (formula &2)," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries, formulas, or calculations in the Query Designer or BEx Analyzer.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Operation: The operation you are trying to perform in the formula is not permitted in the context where it is being used. For example, certain operations may not be allowed in calculated key figures or restricted key figures.
  Formula Context: The formula may be referencing a context that does not support the operation. For instance, trying to use aggregation functions in a context that does not allow them.
  Syntax Issues: There may be syntax errors or incorrect references in the formula that lead to this error.
  Data Type Mismatch: The operation may involve incompatible data types, leading to the