How To Fix BRAIN659 - Function module does not exist for SAP exit variable &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 659

• Message text: Function module does not exist for SAP exit variable &1

What causes this issue?

The &V1& SAP exit variable is filled in the &V2& function module. This
function module, however, is either inactive or does not exist in the
system.

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?

Check if the &V2& function module exists in the system.
If the function module exists but is inactive, activate it (transaction
SE37).
If the function module does <ZH>not</> exist in the system, check if the
Business Content was correctly transferred, or if the function module
was somehow incorrectly delivered by SAP.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN659 - Function module does not exist for SAP exit variable &1 ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN659 indicates that a function module associated with a specific SAP exit variable does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when trying to execute a query or report that relies on a specific exit variable.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Function Module: The function module that is supposed to handle the exit variable is either not created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The exit variable may be incorrectly configured, pointing to a non-existent or incorrect function module.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the function module may not have been transported correctly.
  Development Environment: The function module may exist in the development environment but not in the production environment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Function Module: Verify if the function module exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction code SE37 (Function Module) and searching for the function module associated with the exit variable.
  Create/Restore Function Module: If the function module does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a transport request if it was deleted.
  Review Variable Configuration: Go to the variable settings in the BW query or report and ensure that the exit variable is correctly configured to point to the right function module.
  Transport Check: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation related to the exit variable and the function module to ensure that all dependencies are met.
  System Refresh: If you are working in a non-production environment, ensure that the system is refreshed and that all necessary objects are present.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message BRAIN659.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant areas to trace where the error is occurring and gather more context.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.