How To Fix AFWGO_MESSAGES402 - Key figure & is not a benchmark key figure

AFWGO_MESSAGES402 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWGO_MESSAGES - Messages for Development Class AFWGO

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Key figure & is not a benchmark key figure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES402 - Key figure & is not a benchmark key figure ?

  The SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES402 indicates that a specified key figure is not recognized as a benchmark key figure in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules. This error typically arises when you are trying to use a key figure that has not been defined or configured as a benchmark key figure in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Key Figure Configuration: The key figure you are trying to use may not be set up as a benchmark key figure in the system. Benchmark key figures are typically used for comparison or performance measurement.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the way key figures are defined in the planning area.
  Incorrect Key Figure Usage: The key figure may be used in a context where only benchmark key figures are allowed, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the key figure configuration in the SAP system