How To Fix BW_REPORTING_FPM040 - Navigation failed; variables and query result are probably out of sync.

BW_REPORTING_FPM040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BW_REPORTING_FPM - Messages for BICS UIBBs

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Navigation failed; variables and query result are probably out of sync.

What causes this issue?

The query is in an inconsistent state. This may have been caused by
variable values that were changed after executing the query. This means
the query result does not match the selection criteria entered.

System Response

Navigation is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Try executing the query again, in order to re-sync the query output and
the selection screen.

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 BW_REPORTING_FPM040 - Navigation failed; variables and query result are probably out of sync. ?

  The SAP error message BW_REPORTING_FPM040 indicates that there is a synchronization issue between the variables and the query result in a BW (Business Warehouse) reporting environment. This typically occurs when the variables used in a query do not match the data being retrieved, leading to navigation failures.
  Causes:
  
  Variable Mismatch: The variables defined in the query may not match the data context or the selections made by the user.
  Query Changes: If the query has been modified (e.g., new variables added or existing ones changed) but the report is still using an old version of the query, this can lead to inconsistencies.
  Data Refresh Issues: If the underlying data has been refreshed or changed, and the report has not been updated accordingly, it can cause synchronization problems.
  User Input Errors: Incorrect or invalid input values for the variables can lead to navigation failures.
  Caching Issues: Sometimes, cached data can lead to discrepancies between the expected and