How To Fix BRAINOLAPAPI138 - Using calculated members is not permitted. See long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAINOLAPAPI - Message class for OLAP API

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Using calculated members is not permitted. See long text

What causes this issue?

Definition of a calculated member is not permitted here.

System Response

Execution of the MDX statement ends with an error.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the calculated member. If the statement is a
nested MDX statement, definition of the calculated member is not
permitted.

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 BRAINOLAPAPI138 - Using calculated members is not permitted. See long text ?

  The SAP error message BRAINOLAPAPI138 indicates that the use of calculated members is not permitted in the context where you are trying to use them. This error typically arises in SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environments when working with queries or reports that involve OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) data sources.
  
  Cause:
  
  Calculated Members Not Supported: The specific OLAP data source or query context does not support the use of calculated members. This can happen if the data source is not designed to handle dynamic calculations or if the query is being executed in a mode that restricts such features.
  Query Context: The error may also occur if the calculated member is being used in a context (like a specific report or dashboard) that does not allow for calculated members due to performance or compatibility reasons.
  Version Limitations: Certain versions of SAP BW or BusinessObjects may have limitations regarding the use of calculated