How To Fix SDCBO147 - Embedding assist. &: prefix & must not be concatenated for definition

SDCBO147 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDCBO - Dictionary Structured Objects

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Embedding assist. &: prefix & must not be concatenated for definition

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SDCBO147 - Details

• The SAP error message SDCBO147, which states "Embedding assist. &: prefix & must not be concatenated for definition," typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or SAP Analytics Cloud when there is an issue with the way a variable or a formula is defined, particularly with the use of the ampersand (&) symbol.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by incorrect syntax in a formula or variable definition where the ampersand (&) is used improperly. In SAP, the ampersand is often used to denote a variable or to concatenate strings. However, if it is used incorrectly, such as concatenating it with another variable or string without proper syntax, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Formula or Variable Definition: Review the formula or variable where the error is occurring. Ensure that the ampersand is used correctly. For example, if you are trying to concatenate strings or variables, make