How To Fix UGX2024 - Variable &1: Cannot derive the value of the parent fields

UGX2024 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGX2 - Messages for XBRL Reporting

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Variable &1: Cannot derive the value of the parent fields

What causes this issue?

Variable &V1& is <ZH>not</> in the filter of query &V2&, and it has
parent characteristics.

System Response

Variable &V1& is available as a selection on the selection screen when
the end user generates instance documents. However, the system cannot
derive the parent characteristics from the query. Therefore, the values
of these characteristics must be offered for selection on the selection
screen by means of additional input fields. This situation can only
occur with variables that are <ZH>not</> in the filter of the query.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings of the queries involved with regard to their
variables, and change them if necessary.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGX2024 - Variable &1: Cannot derive the value of the parent fields ?

  The SAP error message UGX2024, which states "Variable &1: Cannot derive the value of the parent fields," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when dealing with queries, variables, or hierarchies. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the value of a parent field for a given variable, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Parent Values: The parent field values may not be populated in the data source or the hierarchy. If the parent field is not filled, the system cannot derive its value.
  
  
  Incorrect Hierarchy Configuration: The hierarchy might not be correctly defined or activated. If the hierarchy structure is not set up properly, the system cannot navigate through the levels.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect relationships between the parent and child fields.
  
  
  Variable Definition Issues: The variable might be incorrectly defined