How To Fix RSEC190 - Variable &1 is not a value variable for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Variable &1 is not a value variable for characteristic &2

What causes this issue?

Variable &v1& is not a value variable for characteristic &v2&; this
means it is not a variable of type single value, interval, or selection
option.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC190 - Variable &1 is not a value variable for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSEC190 indicates that there is an issue with a variable in a query or report that is not recognized as a value variable for the specified characteristic. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries in BEx (Business Explorer).
  Cause:
  The error message "Variable &1 is not a value variable for characteristic &2" can occur due to several reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Variable Type: The variable defined in the query is not set up as a value variable for the specified characteristic. This means that the variable is not configured to accept values for that characteristic.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The variable may not be properly configured in the query definition or in the variable maintenance settings.
  
  
  Characteristic Not Assigned: The characteristic associated with the variable may not be assigned correctly in the InfoObject or the query.
  
  
  Data Source Issues: There may be issues with the data source or the InfoProvider that the query is based on, leading to the variable not being recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSEC190 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Variable Configuration:
  
  Go to the variable maintenance in the BEx Query Designer.
  Ensure that the variable is defined as a value variable for the correct characteristic.
  Verify that the variable is set to allow input and is linked to the correct characteristic.
  
  
  
  Review Query Definition:
  
  Open the query in BEx Query Designer and check the properties of the variable.
  Ensure that the variable is correctly assigned to the characteristic in the query.
  
  
  
  Validate Characteristic Assignment:
  
  Check the InfoObject for the characteristic to ensure it is correctly defined and active.
  Make sure that the characteristic is included in the query's data source.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making changes, test the query to see if the error persists.
  If the error continues, consider checking the underlying data source for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on variable configuration and query design.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  BEx Query Designer: Familiarize yourself with the BEx Query Designer tool, as it is essential for creating and managing queries in SAP BW.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RSEC190 error in your SAP BW or BI environment.