How To Fix GS504 - Variable & is not a value variable (please replace)

GS504 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Variable & is not a value variable (please replace)

What causes this issue?

You have tried to include a set variable in a basic set. However, you
can only use value variables or formula variables in basic sets.

System Response

The system rejects your attempt to create or change the basic set.

How to fix this error?

Remove the set variable from the basic set.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GS504 - Details

• The SAP error message GS504 indicates that a variable in your report or query is not recognized as a value variable. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries, reports, or data models.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Variable Type: The variable you are trying to use is not defined as a value variable in the system. Value variables are used to allow users to select specific values from a list.
  Variable Configuration: The variable may not be properly configured in the query or report. It might be set up as a selection variable or another type that does not allow for value selection.
  Data Source Issues: The data source or InfoProvider may not support the variable type you are trying to use.
  Missing Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variable or its values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variable Definition: Go to the