How To Fix KH840 - Variable groups for report & will not be saved

KH840 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 840

• Message text: Variable groups for report & will not be saved

What causes this issue?

To save the variable groups for report &V1& before the upgrade to a new
release, the old generated program &V2& is required. This program no
longer exists.

System Response

You cannot save the variable group.

How to fix this error?

Create a new variable group following the upgrade.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH840 - Variable groups for report & will not be saved ?

  The SAP error message KH840, which states "Variable groups for report & will not be saved," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with saving variable groups associated with a report or query.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save changes to the variable groups.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues or inconsistencies in the system that prevent the saving of variable groups.
  Incorrect Configuration: The variable groups may not be correctly configured or linked to the report/query.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or InfoProvider may lead to issues with variable groups.
  System Lock: The system might be locked for maintenance or updates, preventing changes from being saved.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify and save variable groups. This can be done by checking the user's roles