How To Fix R9E009 - Formula '&1' contains syntax errors; correct formula '&1'

R9E009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R9E - Error Messages for Query Designer .NET

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Formula '&1' contains syntax errors; correct formula '&1'

What causes this issue?

Formula '&V1&' contains syntax errors.

System Response

Formulas with errors cannot be analyzed by the analytic engine.

How to fix this error?

Correct the errors in formula '&V1&'.
Elements with errors in the formula are underlined in red.

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 R9E009 - Formula '&1' contains syntax errors; correct formula '&1' ?

  The SAP error message R9E009 indicates that there is a syntax error in a formula used in a calculation or a report. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting tools, such as SAP Query, SAP BW, or other modules that utilize formulas for calculations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Syntax Errors: The formula may contain incorrect syntax, such as missing operators, incorrect function names, or misplaced parentheses.
  Invalid References: The formula might reference fields or variables that do not exist or are incorrectly named.
  Data Type Mismatch: The formula may be trying to perform operations on incompatible data types (e.g., trying to add a string to a number).
  Unsupported Functions: The formula may use functions that are not supported in the context where it is being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Formula: Check the formula for any obvious syntax errors. Ensure that all operators and functions are correctly used.
  Check Field Names: Verify that all field names and variables referenced