How To Fix ACC_DATABASIS004 - Key figure &1 has no unit and will therefore not be registered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACC_DATABASIS - Messages for package Finb_databasis

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Key figure &1 has no unit and will therefore not be registered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACC_DATABASIS004 - Key figure &1 has no unit and will therefore not be registered ?

  The SAP error message ACC_DATABASIS004 indicates that a key figure in your data model does not have an associated unit of measure. This is a common issue when working with key figures in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA, where key figures typically require a unit to be meaningful and usable in calculations and reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Unit Assignment: The key figure has been defined without a unit of measure. This can happen during the creation of the key figure or if the unit was inadvertently removed or not assigned.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the key figure is derived may not provide a unit of measure, leading to the key figure being created without one.
  Configuration Errors: There may be configuration issues in the InfoObject or the data model that prevent the unit from being assigned correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the definition of the key figure in the SAP BW or HANA modeling environment.
  Ensure that a unit of measure is assigned to the key figure. If not, assign an appropriate unit.
  
  
  
  Review Data Source:
  
  Check the data source from which the key figure is populated. Ensure that it includes a unit of measure and that the mapping is correctly set up in the data flow.
  
  
  
  Modify InfoObject:
  
  If the key figure is an InfoObject, you can modify its properties to include a unit of measure. This can be done in the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 in BW).
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Data Model:
  
  After making changes, you may need to re-activate the data model or the InfoProvider to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the data load or the reporting functionality to ensure that the key figure is now recognized with its unit of measure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on key figures, units of measure, and InfoObjects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By ensuring that all key figures have appropriate units of measure assigned, you can avoid this error and ensure that your data model functions correctly.