How To Fix KM895 - No variables can be used for characteristic &1


KM895 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 895

  • Message text: No variables can be used for characteristic &1

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  • What causes this issue?

    No variables can be used for characteristic &V1&.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Remove all variables for characteristic &V1&.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM895 - No variables can be used for characteristic &1 ?
    The SAP error message KM895 ("No variables can be used for characteristic &1") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when you are trying to use a characteristic in a query or report that does not support the use of variables. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating queries in the BEx Query Designer or when working with InfoProviders.
    
    Cause: Characteristic Type: The characteristic you are trying to use may not support variables. Some characteristics are not designed to work with variable substitution. Query Design: The query may be incorrectly designed, or the characteristic may not be properly defined in the InfoObject. Data Source Limitations: The data source or InfoProvider you are using may have restrictions on the use of variables for certain characteristics. Missing Authorization: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to use variables with specific characteristics.
    Solution: Check Characteristic Properties: Verify

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