How To Fix BW_BICS_EQ016 - Variable value &1 and/or &2 is illegal

BW_BICS_EQ016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_BICS_EQ - Easy Query Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Variable value &1 and/or &2 is illegal

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BW_BICS_EQ016 - Details

• The SAP error message BW_BICS_EQ016, which states "Variable value &1 and/or &2 is illegal," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the values being passed to a variable in a query or report. This error can arise due to several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Invalid Variable Values: The values being passed to the variable may not be valid according to the variable's definition. This could be due to incorrect data types, out-of-range values, or values that do not exist in the underlying data source.
  
  
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data associated with the variable values.
  
  
  Incorrect Variable Settings: The variable may be incorrectly configured in the query definition, such as having the wrong selection options or default values.
  
  
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may not contain the expected