How To Fix MCW_AA_STR026 - Variables are not all correctly maintained for query &1 of method &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MCW_AA_STR - Message Class Allocation Strategies

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Variables are not all correctly maintained for query &1 of method &2

What causes this issue?

The query &V1& should determine suitable key figures for materials or
material groups with selection restricted using selection variables.
In Customizing 'Maintain Query Components for Analytical Applications'
no entry for the selection variable '&V3&' or the selection variable '
&V4&' could be found for the query.
Adjust the query.

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?

If you have authorization, adjust the data in Customizing for 'Data
Retraction for Retail/CP' (transaction MCW_AA), or inform your system
administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MCW_AA_STR026 - Variables are not all correctly maintained for query &1 of method &2 ?

  The SAP error message MCW_AA_STR026 indicates that there is an issue with the variables used in a query related to the method specified in the error message. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics, where queries are defined to extract and analyze data.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that not all variables required for the query are correctly maintained. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Variables: Some variables that are expected in the query are not defined or are missing.
  Incorrect Variable Settings: The variables may be incorrectly configured, such as having the wrong data type or not being linked properly to the query.
  Inconsistent Variable Values: The values assigned to the variables may not be valid or consistent with the data model.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain variables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Query Definition:
  
  Go to the query definition in the SAP BW system.
  Verify that all required variables are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Variable Settings:
  
  Ensure that each variable has the correct properties set, such as data type, default values, and selection options.
  Check if the variables are linked to the correct InfoObjects.
  
  
  
  Test Variables:
  
  Test the variables individually to ensure they return the expected results.
  Make sure that the values being passed to the variables are valid.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the query has the necessary authorizations to access all the variables involved in the query.
  
  
  
  Rebuild the Query:
  
  If the issue persists, consider rebuilding the query from scratch, ensuring that all variables are correctly defined and linked.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the variables and methods used in your query.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSRT (Query Monitor) to test and analyze queries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the MCW_AA_STR026 error message in your SAP environment.