How To Fix UPC_FW133 - Variable must contain at least one attribute

UPC_FW133 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC_FW - Messages for Planning Framework, Areas, Levels and Packages

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Variable must contain at least one attribute

What causes this issue?

You attempted to create a variable without assigning a variable. A
variable of the type attribute must contain at least one attribute.

System Response

Proceed in one of the following ways:
Click on the pushbutton with the plus symbol and add at least one
attribute.
If you do not want to create or change the variable, then you can
cancel processing.
Change the type of the variable.

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 UPC_FW133 - Variable must contain at least one attribute ?

  The SAP error message UPC_FW133, which states "Variable must contain at least one attribute," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with variables in queries or reports. This error indicates that a variable you are trying to use does not have any attributes defined, which is necessary for the variable to function correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Attributes Defined: The variable you are trying to use does not have any attributes assigned to it. Attributes are essential for the variable to provide meaningful data or selections.
  Incorrect Variable Configuration: The variable may not be properly configured in the query or report, leading to the absence of attributes.
  Data Source Issues: The underlying data source may not have the necessary attributes available for the variable.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Variable Definition:
  
  Go to the variable definition in the SAP BW or HANA model.
  Ensure that at least one attribute is assigned to the variable. If