How To Fix /CFG/EXP131 - Failed to evaluate variable name specification: &1

/CFG/EXP131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/EXP -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Failed to evaluate variable name specification: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/EXP131 - Failed to evaluate variable name specification: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/EXP131 Failed to evaluate variable name specification: &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP configuration, particularly when dealing with variable names in configuration settings or expressions. This error indicates that the system is unable to resolve or evaluate a variable name specified in a configuration or expression.
  Causes:
  
  Undefined Variable: The variable specified (represented by &1 in the error message) may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Syntax: There may be a syntax error in how the variable is referenced or defined.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variable or its value.
  Context Issues: The variable may not be valid in the current context or configuration where it is being used.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing elements.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variable Definition: Verify that the variable is defined in the system. You can do this