How To Fix BRAIN657 - Value "&1" for user-exit variable &2 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 657

• Message text: Value "&1" for user-exit variable &2 is invalid

What causes this issue?

The value for variable &V2& is determined in the user exit (RSR00001).
In this case, value &V1& was allowed. This value is not valid.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the user exit for variable &V2&. Make sure that variables for
characteristic values are in internal format and are not compounded.
This means for example that a date variable must have value 20000914 and
not value 14.09.2000.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN657 - Value "&1" for user-exit variable &2 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN657 indicates that there is an issue with a user-exit variable in a query or report. Specifically, it means that the value provided for the user-exit variable is invalid. This can occur in various contexts, such as when using SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value "&1" provided for the user-exit variable "&2" does not match the expected format or range of values defined for that variable.
  Configuration Issues: The user-exit variable may not be properly configured in the system, leading to the acceptance of invalid values.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the value being passed may not match the expected data type for the variable.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the variable.
  Incorrect Logic in User-Exit: If there is custom logic implemented in the user-exit, it may not be handling the input values correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Variable Configuration: Review the configuration of the user-exit variable in the SAP BW system. Ensure that the variable is set up correctly and that the allowed values are defined properly.
  Validate Input Values: Ensure that the value being passed to the variable is valid. Check for typos, incorrect formats, or values that are outside the expected range.
  Review User-Exit Logic: If there is custom logic implemented in the user-exit, review the code to ensure it is correctly processing the input values.
  Test with Different Values: Try using different values for the variable to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with a specific value.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the variable.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific user-exit variable for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific user-exit variable or the error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSRV (Query Monitor) to analyze and troubleshoot the issue.
  Debugging: If you have access, consider debugging the user-exit to see how the input values are being processed and where the failure occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BRAIN657 error and implement a solution to resolve it.