How To Fix R9220 - Variable &1 (InfoObject &2) cannot be used in InfoProvider &3

R9220 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9 - Business Explorer

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Variable &1 (InfoObject &2) cannot be used in InfoProvider &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R9220 - Variable &1 (InfoObject &2) cannot be used in InfoProvider &3 ?

  The SAP error message R9220 indicates that a specific variable cannot be used in a particular InfoProvider. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries, reports, or data models.
  
  Cause:
  The error message R9220 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  
  Variable Compatibility: The variable you are trying to use may not be compatible with the InfoProvider. This can happen if the variable is defined for a different InfoObject or if it is not relevant for the data structure of the InfoProvider.
  
  
  Data Source Issues: The InfoProvider may not contain the InfoObject associated with the variable, or the InfoObject may not be included in the data model of the InfoProvider.
  
  
  Query Design: The query might be designed in such a way that it references a variable that is not applicable to the selected InfoProvider.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary