How To Fix UGX4612 - Variable &1 is no longer used in the report category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGX4 - Message Class for Instance Creation

• Message number: 612

• Message text: Variable &1 is no longer used in the report category

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGX4612 - Variable &1 is no longer used in the report category ?

  The SAP error message UGX4612 indicates that a variable (denoted as &1) is no longer used in the specified report category. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when a variable that was previously defined is no longer relevant or has been removed from the report or query.
  Cause:
  
  Variable Deletion: The variable may have been deleted from the query or report definition.
  Changes in Data Model: Changes in the underlying data model or InfoProvider may have rendered the variable obsolete.
  Report Category Changes: The report category itself may have been modified, leading to the variable being excluded.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of a report or query, the variable may exist in one version but not in another.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Query Definition: Go to the query definition in the Query Designer and verify if the variable is still defined and used in the report.
  Remove or Update Variable: If the variable is no longer needed, you can remove it from the report. If it is still needed, ensure it is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate data sources.
  Recreate Variable: If the variable was deleted by mistake, you may need to recreate it in the Query Designer.
  Check Report Category: Ensure that the report category is correctly set up and that it includes all necessary variables.
  Transport Issues: If the report was transported from one system to another, ensure that all dependencies, including variables, were also transported correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation or change logs related to the report or data model to understand why the variable is no longer used.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Review SAP training materials or documentation related to Query Designer and variable management in BW/BI.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UGX4612 error and ensure that your report functions correctly.