How To Fix K7074 - Use a variable with a different replacement type


K7074 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: K7 - Messages for Row/Column Structure

  • Message number: 074

  • Message text: Use a variable with a different replacement type

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  • What causes this issue?

    Global variables in the report definition can only be replaced using
    the following replacement types:
    2: Manual entry
    3: User exit
    4: SAP exit

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


K7074 - Details

  • The SAP error message K7074, which states "Use a variable with a different replacement type," typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting and analysis tools, particularly when working with variables in queries or reports. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the expected data type of a variable and the actual data type being used.
    
    Cause: The error can arise due to several reasons: Data Type Mismatch: The variable you are trying to use is of a different data type than what is expected. For example, if a variable is defined as a date but is being used as a string or numeric type. Incorrect Variable Assignment: The variable may have been assigned a value that does not match its defined replacement type. Query Design Issues: The query or report may have been designed incorrectly, leading to the use of incompatible variables.
    Solution: To resolve the K7074 error, you can take the following steps: Check

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