How To Fix CM_EHENV_CDEF048 - Data source type for variable "&1" has not been defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHENV_CDEF -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Data source type for variable "&1" has not been defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHENV_CDEF048 - Data source type for variable "&1" has not been defined ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHENV_CDEF048 indicates that there is an issue with a variable in your SAP environment, specifically that the data source type for the variable has not been defined. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with variables in queries or data models.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Data Source Type: The variable referenced by "&1" does not have an associated data source type defined in the system. This can happen if the variable was created but not properly configured.
  Missing Configuration: The variable may be part of a query or a data model that has not been fully configured, leading to the absence of a data source type.
  Transport Issues: If the variable was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the necessary configurations may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variable Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW) and check the configuration of the variable in question.
  Ensure that the data source type is defined for the variable. You may need to edit the variable settings to specify the correct data source type.
  
  
  
  Define Data Source Type:
  
  If the data source type is missing, you will need to define it. This can usually be done in the variable settings where you can specify the data source type (e.g., InfoObject, InfoProvider, etc.).
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the variable was transported, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects and configurations were included. You may need to re-transport the missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that any dependencies related to the variable (such as InfoObjects or InfoProviders) are also correctly defined and available in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring variables and data source types in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), RSO2 (Manage Variables), and RSRT (Query Monitor) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CM_EHENV_CDEF048 and ensure that your variable is properly configured with a defined data source type.