How To Fix BRAIN680 - The specified variable & is unknown.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 680

• Message text: The specified variable & is unknown.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN680 - The specified variable & is unknown. ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN680, which states "The specified variable & is unknown," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when a query or report is trying to reference a variable that has not been defined or is not recognized in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Variable Not Defined: The variable you are trying to use in your query or report has not been created or defined in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the variable name, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Variable Deletion: The variable may have been deleted or is no longer available in the InfoProvider or query context.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variable.
  Context Issues: The variable might be defined in a different context or InfoProvider that is not accessible in the current query.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variable Definition: Verify that the variable is defined in the relevant InfoObject or query. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area in the SAP BW system (e.g., RSA1 for InfoObjects).
  Correct Typographical Errors: Double-check the spelling of the variable name in your query or report to ensure it matches the defined variable.
  Recreate the Variable: If the variable has been deleted, you may need to recreate it in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variable. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Check Query Context: Make sure that the variable is being used in the correct context. If it is defined in a different InfoProvider, you may need to adjust your query to include that InfoProvider.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage InfoObjects and queries.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing variables in BW queries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and troubleshooting tips.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BRAIN680 error and implement a solution to resolve it.