How To Fix BRAIN562 - Inconsistent formula group: Element &1 is in the wrong structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 562

• Message text: Inconsistent formula group: Element &1 is in the wrong structure

What causes this issue?

This formula group is malformed, as one of its inverse formulas &V1&
(type &V3&) is not in the same structure as the carrier for the formula
group.

System Response

The query is malformed and cannot be generated.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the query definition so that the situation described above no
longer persists.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN562 - Inconsistent formula group: Element &1 is in the wrong structure ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN562 indicates that there is an inconsistency in a formula group, specifically that an element is in the wrong structure. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries, formulas, or data models.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Formula Configuration: The formula group may have been incorrectly configured, leading to elements being placed in the wrong structure.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the underlying data model (like InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or queries), it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Transport Issues: If the formula group was transported from one system to another, it might not have been properly adjusted for the target environment.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the versions of the elements used in the formula and the current version in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Formula Configuration: Review the formula group configuration to ensure that all elements are