How To Fix AFWGO_MESSAGES035 - Key figure category &1 has not been created in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWGO_MESSAGES - Messages for Development Class AFWGO

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Key figure category &1 has not been created in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES035 - Key figure category &1 has not been created in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES035 indicates that a key figure category has not been created in the Customizing settings of the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP applications that involve planning, such as SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A key figure category is referenced in a planning function or process, but it has not been defined in the system.
  The necessary Customizing settings for the key figure category are missing or incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to create the missing key figure category in the Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the Customizing Implementation Guide.
  
  
  
  Navigate to Key Figure Categories:
  
  Follow the path: SAP Customizing Implementation Guide -> Advanced Planning and Optimization -> Key Figures -> Define Key Figure Categories.
  
  
  
  Create Key Figure Category:
  
  In the key figure categories screen, check if the required key figure category (indicated by &1 in the error message) exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new key figure category by clicking on the "New Entries" button.
  Fill in the necessary details such as the key figure category name, description, and any other required attributes.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the details, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that any other related settings or dependencies are also configured correctly, such as key figure definitions, planning areas, or planning functions that may rely on this key figure category.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After creating the key figure category, test the planning function or process that triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to your SAP version for detailed information on key figure categories and their configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCC4 (Client Administration) and RSCUSTV10 (Customizing of SAP BW) if applicable.
  Support: If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AFWGO_MESSAGES035 error and ensure that the necessary key figure category is properly configured in your SAP system.