How To Fix KM681 - Variable &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 681

• Message text: Variable &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Variable &V1& does not exist in client "&V2&".

System Response

The function terminated.

How to fix this error?

First, copy the variable &V1& from client "000" to client "&V2&" using
the function <DS:TRAN.GS19>Copy variables from source client</>.
Then call up this transaction again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM681 - Variable &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message KM681, which states "Variable &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a query or report is trying to reference a variable that has not been defined or is not available in the context of the query.
  Cause:
  
  Variable Not Defined: The variable referenced in the query does not exist in the InfoProvider or the query definition.
  Incorrect Variable Name: There may be a typo or incorrect naming in the variable reference.
  Variable Deletion: The variable might have been deleted or not activated after changes were made.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the variable.
  Context Issues: The variable may exist in a different context or InfoProvider that is not being accessed in the current query.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variable Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant InfoObject or query definition in the SAP BW system and verify that the variable exists.
  Ensure that the variable is correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Correct Naming:
  
  Double-check the spelling and naming of the variable in the query. Ensure that it matches exactly with the defined variable.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Variable:
  
  If the variable was recently modified, ensure that it has been activated. Sometimes, changes require reactivation to take effect.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the variable. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Check Query Context:
  
  Ensure that the query is being executed in the correct context where the variable is defined. If the variable is specific to a certain InfoProvider, make sure that the query is pointing to that InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using the SAP BW query debugger to trace the execution and identify where the variable is being referenced incorrectly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message KM681.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for detailed information on managing variables in queries.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the KM681 error message in SAP.