How To Fix GBSE_HANA186 - Hierarchy sub-node '&' is a set variable !

GBSE_HANA186 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GBSE_HANA - Messages for HANA hierarchie access

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Hierarchy sub-node '&' is a set variable !

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GBSE_HANA186 - Hierarchy sub-node '&' is a set variable ! ?

  The SAP error message GBSE_HANA186 indicates that there is an issue with a hierarchy sub-node being treated as a set variable in your SAP HANA environment. This typically occurs in the context of using hierarchies in analytical queries or when working with data models that involve hierarchical structures.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy Definition: The hierarchy may not be defined correctly, or the node being referenced is not a valid member of the hierarchy.
  Set Variable Misuse: The system is interpreting the hierarchy node as a set variable, which is not allowed in the context of the operation you are trying to perform.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data model or the way the hierarchy is being utilized in your query or report.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Hierarchy Definition:
  
  Ensure that the hierarchy is correctly defined in