How To Fix BRAIN742 - Invalid input for variable "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 742

• Message text: Invalid input for variable "&1"

What causes this issue?

Variable &V1& is used as (&V2&) lower / (&V3&) upper interval in an
interval selection. This limit has the value &V4&..

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a different value for variable &V1&. If necessary, the value of
the other limit is calculated using another variable. In this case, you
can also change its value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN742 - Invalid input for variable "&1" ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN742, which states "Invalid input for variable '&1'", typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when a user is trying to execute a query or report that includes a variable that has not been populated correctly or has received invalid input.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user may have entered a value that does not match the expected format or range for the variable.
  Missing Values: The variable may require a selection that has not been provided, or the input is outside the permissible values.
  Variable Configuration: The variable might be configured incorrectly in the query definition or in the BW system.
  Data Type Mismatch: The input provided may not match the data type expected by the variable (e.g., entering a string when a number is expected).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the variable.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the input provided for the variable is valid. This includes checking for correct data types, formats, and permissible ranges.
  Review Variable Settings: Go to the query definition in the BW system and check the settings for the variable. Ensure that it is configured correctly and that the default values or selections are appropriate.
  Test with Default Values: If applicable, try executing the query with default values for the variable to see if the error persists.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific query or report to understand the expected input for the variable.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the variable.
  Debugging: If you have access to the backend, you can debug the query execution to see where the input is failing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to SAP BW and query design to better understand how to work with variables.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.