How To Fix UMC034 - Time variable &1 is based on &2, and time variable '&3' based on &4

UMC034 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMC - General Messages

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Time variable &1 is based on &2, and time variable '&3' based on &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMC034 - Time variable &1 is based on &2, and time variable '&3' based on &4 ?

  The SAP error message UMC034 indicates a problem with the configuration of time variables in a query or report. Specifically, it suggests that there is a conflict or inconsistency in the way time variables are defined or related to each other. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  Time variable &1 is based on &2: This part indicates that the first time variable (let's call it A) is dependent on another time variable (let's call it B).
  Time variable '&3' based on &4: This part indicates that a second time variable (let's call it C) is dependent on yet another time variable (let's call it D).
  
  Cause
  The error typically arises from one of the following issues:
  
  Circular Dependency: There may be a circular dependency between the time variables, where one variable depends on another in a way that creates a loop.
  Inconsistent Definitions: The time variables may be defined in a way