How To Fix 7A408 - Stat. key figure &1 must be defined with key figure cat. "totals values"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 7A - PS Progress Analysis

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Stat. key figure &1 must be defined with key figure cat. "totals values"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 7A408 - Stat. key figure &1 must be defined with key figure cat. "totals values" ?

  The SAP error message 7A408 indicates that a statistical key figure (SKF) is not defined correctly in the system. Specifically, it states that the statistical key figure must be defined with the key figure category "total values." This error typically arises when you attempt to use a statistical key figure in a context that requires it to be defined as a total value, but it has been defined differently.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Definition: The statistical key figure has been defined with a key figure category that does not support total values (e.g., "periodic values" instead of "total values").
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings of the controlling area or the specific statistical key figure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the statistical key figure is defined correctly:
  
  
  Check the Definition:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OKKP (for controlling area settings) or KSV1 (for statistical key figure definition).
  Locate the statistical key figure that is causing the error.
  Verify that the key figure category is set to "total values."
  
  
  
  Modify the Key Figure:
  
  If the key figure is not set to "total values," you will need to change its definition.
  You may need to delete the existing key figure and recreate it with the correct category if the system does not allow you to change it directly.
  
  
  
  Recheck Usage:
  
  Ensure that the statistical key figure is being used in the correct context where total values are required.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Statistical Key Figures: These are used in SAP Controlling (CO) to allocate costs and assess performance. They can be defined as either total values or periodic values, depending on how they are intended to be used.
  Key Figure Categories: Understanding the different categories of key figures in SAP is crucial for proper configuration. Total values are cumulative figures, while periodic values are specific to a time period.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring statistical key figures and their categories.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.