How To Fix RSEC189 - Variable &2 for characteristic &1 does not have the type customer exit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Variable &2 for characteristic &1 does not have the type customer exit

What causes this issue?

You are trying to use variable &v2& for characteristic &v1& in the
analysis authorization. This variable does not exist or does not have
type <LS>Customer Exit</>.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Create a variable in the Query Designer and use the input help (@4M@
icon).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC189 - Variable &2 for characteristic &1 does not have the type customer exit ?

  The SAP error message RSEC189 indicates that there is an issue with a variable in a query or report that is expected to be a customer exit variable but is not configured as such. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with variables in queries.
  Cause:
  
  Variable Type Mismatch: The variable defined for the characteristic is not set up as a customer exit variable. Customer exit variables are used to implement custom logic for variable selection in queries.
  Incorrect Configuration: The variable might have been incorrectly configured in the query definition or in the variable settings.
  Missing Implementation: If the variable is intended to be a customer exit variable, the corresponding ABAP code or logic may not have been implemented or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variable Configuration:
  
  Go to the query designer and check the properties of the variable associated with the characteristic.
  Ensure that the variable is set as a customer exit variable if that is the intended use.
  
  
  
  Implement Customer Exit Logic:
  
  If the variable is supposed to be a customer exit variable, ensure that the necessary ABAP code is implemented in the appropriate user exit or customer exit function module.
  You can find the relevant customer exit for the variable in transaction CMOD or SMOD.
  
  
  
  Adjust Query Definition:
  
  If the variable does not need to be a customer exit variable, consider changing its type to a standard variable type that fits your requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the query to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the variable behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSO1: To create or manage variables.
  RSRT: To execute queries and test them.
  CMOD/SMOD: To manage enhancements and customer exits.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on variables in BW queries and how to implement customer exits.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSEC189 error and ensure that your variable is correctly configured for use in your SAP BW queries.