How To Fix BRAIN739 - Variable &1[&2] must be input ready

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 739

• Message text: Variable &1[&2] must be input ready

What causes this issue?

Variable &V1&[&V2&] should be replaced with values from variable &V3&[
&V4&]. Therefore &V4& has to be input-enabled, und &V2& must not be
input-enabled.

System Response

&V2& is changed to not input enabled.

How to fix this error?

Check the variables.

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 BRAIN739 - Variable &1[&2] must be input ready ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN739 indicates that a variable in a query is not set to be input-ready, which means that the variable cannot be used for user input in the context of the report or query execution. This typically occurs in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) environments when working with queries in BEx (Business Explorer) Analyzer or similar tools.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A variable is defined in a query but is not configured to allow user input.
  The variable is set to a default value or is not marked as "input-ready" in the query definition.
  The query is executed in a context where user input is expected, but the variable is not set up to accept it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRAIN739 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Variable Settings:
  
  Go to the Query Designer in SAP BW.
  Open the query that is causing the error.
  Locate the variable that is mentioned in the error message (Variable &1[&2]).
  Ensure that the variable is set to "input-ready". This can usually be done by checking the properties of the variable in the variable definition.
  
  
  
  Modify Variable Properties:
  
  In the variable properties, look for an option that allows user input (e.g., "Input Ready" or "Allow User Input").
  Set the variable to be input-ready if it is not already.
  
  
  
  Check Default Values:
  
  If the variable has a default value set, ensure that it is appropriate for the context in which the query is being executed.
  If necessary, remove the default value to allow for user input.
  
  
  
  Save and Test:
  
  After making the changes, save the query.
  Test the query again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the variable settings or how to change them, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP BW administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to input values for the variable.
  Query Execution Context: Be aware of the context in which the query is being executed (e.g., BEx Analyzer, Web Application, etc.) as this may affect how variables are handled.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN739 error and allow the variable to accept user input as intended.