How To Fix RSEC191 - Variable &1 is not a hierarchy node variable for characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSEC -

• Message number: 191

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSEC191 - Variable &1 is not a hierarchy node variable for characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message RSEC191 indicates that there is an issue with a variable in a query or report that is expected to be a hierarchy node variable but is not recognized as such for the specified characteristic. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with queries that involve hierarchies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Variable Type: The variable defined in the query is not set up as a hierarchy node variable. Hierarchy node variables are specifically designed to work with characteristics that have a hierarchy structure.
  Hierarchy Not Defined: The characteristic for which the variable is being used may not have a hierarchy defined in the data model.
  Variable Configuration: The variable may not be correctly configured in the query designer or may not be linked to the correct characteristic.
  Data Source Issues: The data source or InfoProvider may not support hierarchy nodes for the specified