How To Fix BRAIN_SUP008 - Variable &1[&2] uses query &3 &4, but &3 is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN_SUP - BRAIN messages (for use by support)

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Variable &1[&2] uses query &3 &4, but &3 is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN_SUP008 - Variable &1[&2] uses query &3 &4, but &3 is not active ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN_SUP008 indicates that a variable in your query is referencing another query that is not currently active. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries and variables in BEx (Business Explorer).
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Query: The query referenced by the variable is not active. In SAP BW, queries must be activated before they can be used in other queries or reports.
  Transport Issues: If the query was recently transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been activated in the target system.
  Changes Not Activated: If changes were made to the query or the variable and not activated, this can lead to the error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the query, leading to the perception that it is inactive.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Query:
  
  Go to the Query Designer (Transaction: RSRT or BEx Query Designer).
  Locate the query referenced by the variable (in this case, &3).
  Activate the query if it is not already active. You can do this by selecting the query and choosing the "Activate" option.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Status:
  
  If the query was recently transported, ensure that it has been activated in the target system.
  You can check the transport logs to confirm the status of the query.
  
  
  
  Review Changes:
  
  If you have made changes to the query or variable, ensure that all changes are activated.
  In the Query Designer, check for any unsaved changes and activate them.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the query. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Variable:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the variable that references the inactive query. This can sometimes resolve underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSRT: Execute Query
  BEx Query Designer: For designing and activating queries.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on query activation and variable management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN_SUP008 error and ensure that your queries and variables are functioning correctly.