How To Fix AFWGO_MESSAGES039 - Key figure &1 is already used in this evaluation procedure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWGO_MESSAGES - Messages for Development Class AFWGO

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Key figure &1 is already used in this evaluation procedure

What causes this issue?

You attempted to assign a key figure to an evaluation procedure. The
key figure is already assigned to the evaluation procedure.

System Response

The system prevents the key figure being assigned to the evaluation
procedure twice.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES039 - Key figure &1 is already used in this evaluation procedure ?

  The SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES039 indicates that a key figure you are trying to use in an evaluation procedure is already being utilized elsewhere in that same procedure. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where evaluation procedures are defined for planning or reporting purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Key Figure Usage: The key figure you are trying to add is already included in the evaluation procedure. Each key figure can only be used once in a specific evaluation procedure.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the evaluation procedure setup, leading to attempts to add the same key figure multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Evaluation Procedure: Review the evaluation procedure where the error occurred. Look for the key figure mentioned in the error message and confirm if it is already included.
  Remove Duplicate: If the key figure is indeed already present, you will need to remove the duplicate entry or modify your evaluation procedure to use a different key figure.
  Modify Key Figure Usage: If you need to use the same key figure for different calculations, consider creating a new key figure or modifying the existing one to meet your requirements without duplication.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly configure evaluation procedures and key figures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/ for APO-related configurations.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify evaluation procedures and key figures.
  Testing Changes: After making changes, test the evaluation procedure to ensure that it functions as expected without errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.