How To Fix BRAIN430 - Constant &1 is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 430

• Message text: Constant &1 is not permitted

What causes this issue?

Character string &V1& cannot be interpreted as a number.
OPER = &V1&
UNIID = &V2&

System Response

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?

Please correct the formula in the query.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN430 - Constant &1 is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN430, which states "Constant &1 is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries, variables, or constants in the context of reporting or data extraction.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Constant: The constant you are trying to use in your query or report is not defined or is not valid in the context of the operation you are performing.
  Data Type Mismatch: The constant may not match the expected data type for the field or variable you are trying to use it with.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the constant or the associated data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the InfoProvider or the query definition that is causing the constant to be rejected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRAIN430 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Constant Definition:
  
  Verify that the constant you are using is correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the relevant InfoObject or query definition.
  
  
  
  Review Data Types:
  
  Ensure that the constant's data type matches the expected data type of the field or variable in your query. If there is a mismatch, adjust the constant or the field accordingly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access the constant and the associated data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Query and InfoProvider Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the query and the InfoProvider to ensure that everything is set up correctly. Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the query definition.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If possible, test the query with different constants or without the constant to see if the error persists. This can help isolate the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) and RSRT (Query Monitor) for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BRAIN430 error and implement a solution to resolve it.