How To Fix BRAIN_DEV044 - Element &1 contains more than one CURRENT MEMBER variable

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Element &1 contains more than one CURRENT MEMBER variable

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN_DEV044 - Element &1 contains more than one CURRENT MEMBER variable ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_DEV044 indicates that there is an issue with the definition of a variable in a query or report within the SAP Business Intelligence (BI) environment, specifically in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BEx (Business Explorer). The error message states that the element (variable) contains more than one CURRENT MEMBER variable, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a query or report is trying to use multiple CURRENT MEMBER variables in a single context. In SAP BW, CURRENT MEMBER variables are used to refer to the current member of a dimension in a query. Having more than one CURRENT MEMBER variable can lead to ambiguity in the query execution, as the system cannot determine which member to use.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Query Definition:
  
  Open the query in the BEx Query Designer.
  Check the variables defined in the query, especially those that are set as CURRENT MEMBER.
  
  
  
  Identify and Remove Redundant Variables:
  
  Look for any variables that are defined as CURRENT MEMBER in the same context (e.g., in the same characteristic or dimension).
  Remove or modify the redundant CURRENT MEMBER variable so that only one remains.
  
  
  
  Modify Variable Settings:
  
  If you need to keep multiple variables, consider changing their settings. For example, you can change the type of one of the variables to a different type (e.g., a selection variable instead of a CURRENT MEMBER).
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the query and test it to ensure that the error is resolved and that the query returns the expected results.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Best Practices:
  
  Document the changes made to the query for future reference.
  Follow best practices for variable definitions in SAP BW to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes related to BRAIN_DEV044 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Resources: Consider training on BEx Query Designer and SAP BW to better understand how to manage variables and queries effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN_DEV044 error and ensure that your queries run smoothly.