How To Fix G1003 - The variable & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G1 - Report Writer: Report Painter-specific messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: The variable & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The variable &v1& which is used in report &v2&, does not exist in the
current client. Possible cause of error: The report was imported from
another client or from a different system without dependent objects.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The function cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Import the report once again with the dependent objects
(<DS:TRAN.GR39> import report </>). If the error still occurs, contact
the SAP Hotline and send this long text as well as detailed information
describing the circumstances in which this error occurred.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G1003 - The variable & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message G1003, which states "The variable & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis when a variable that is being referenced in a query, report, or formula is not recognized by the system. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Variable Not Defined: The variable you are trying to use has not been defined in the system or is not available in the context of the report or query.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the variable name, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variable.
  Contextual Issues: The variable may exist in a different context (e.g., a different InfoProvider or query) and is not available in the current context.
  Data Source Changes: If the underlying data source has changed (e.g., a change in the data model), the variable may no longer be valid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Variable Definition: Verify that the variable is defined in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant InfoObject or query definition.
  Correct Typographical Errors: Double-check the spelling of the variable name in your report or query to ensure there are no typos.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variable. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Context Verification: Make sure that the variable is being used in the correct context. If it belongs to a different InfoProvider or query, you may need to adjust your report or query accordingly.
  Update Queries: If there have been changes to the data model or InfoProvider, you may need to update your queries to reflect these changes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the variable in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message G1003.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSRT (Query Monitor) to investigate the definitions and contexts of variables.
  Debugging: If you have access, consider debugging the report or query to trace where the error is occurring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G1003 error and implement a suitable solution.