How To Fix CM_EHENV_CDEF068 - Recurrence: data source for var. "&2" points to "&1" in period "&3 - &4"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHENV_CDEF -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Recurrence: data source for var. "&2" points to "&1" in period "&3 - &4"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHENV_CDEF068 - Recurrence: data source for var. "&2" points to "&1" in period "&3 - &4" ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHENV_CDEF068 indicates an issue related to the data source for a variable in a planning or reporting context. This error typically arises when the data source for a variable is not correctly defined or is pointing to an invalid or unexpected source.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Source: The variable "&2" is pointing to a data source "&1" that is not valid for the specified period "&3 - &4".
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning environment or the data source itself.
  Period Mismatch: The specified periods may not align with the data available in the data source.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data source.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Source Configuration:
  
  Verify that the data source "&1" is correctly configured and is valid for the variable "&2".
  Ensure that the data source is active and contains data for the specified periods.
  
  
  
  Review Variable Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the variable "&2" to ensure it is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate data source.
  Make sure that the variable is set up to handle the periods "&3 - &4".
  
  
  
  Validate Periods:
  
  Confirm that the periods specified in the error message are valid and that data exists for those periods in the data source.
  If necessary, adjust the periods to match the available data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data source and the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the variable and data source configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the variable and data source to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSRT (for reporting) or RSPC (for process chains) to analyze the data source and variable settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CM_EHENV_CDEF068 error message in your SAP environment.