How To Fix BRAIN_DEV035 - Operator '&1' in formula '&3(&2)' is only allowed with constant arguments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN_DEV - BRAIN messages (for use by development)

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Operator '&1' in formula '&3(&2)' is only allowed with constant arguments

What causes this issue?

Formula '&V3&' contains the operator SCAL ('Use constant as scalar') or
VECT ('Use constant as vector (as though it were posted with every
row)') with an operand that is not a constant or formula variable.

System Response

The query cannot be generated.

How to fix this error?

Repair the formula.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN_DEV035 - Operator '&1' in formula '&3(&2)' is only allowed with constant arguments ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_DEV035 indicates that there is an issue with the formula you are trying to use in a query or report within SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BusinessObjects. Specifically, the error states that the operator you are using (denoted as &1) in the formula &3(&2) is only allowed with constant arguments. This typically occurs when the formula is expecting constant values but is instead receiving variable or non-constant arguments.
  
  Cause:
  
  Non-Constant Arguments: The operator in question requires constant values (like numbers or fixed strings) but is being provided with variables or fields that can change.
  Incorrect Formula Syntax: The formula may be incorrectly structured, leading to the use of dynamic elements where static ones are required.
  Incompatible Data Types: The arguments being passed to the operator may not be of the expected data type, causing the operator to fail.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Formula: Check the formula for any variables or fields that