How To Fix AFWGO_MESSAGES428 - Unable to calculate key figure &2 on &3 for benchmark &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWGO_MESSAGES - Messages for Development Class AFWGO

• Message number: 428

• Message text: Unable to calculate key figure &2 on &3 for benchmark &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES428 - Unable to calculate key figure &2 on &3 for benchmark &1 ?

  The SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES428 indicates that there is an issue with calculating a key figure in the context of a benchmark. This error typically arises in the SAP Analytics Cloud or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) environments when the system is unable to compute a specific key figure due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The key figure may require certain data that is not available in the dataset or is incomplete.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the key figure or benchmark may be incorrect, leading to calculation issues.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch in the expected data types for the key figure, which can prevent calculations.
  Aggregation Issues: If the key figure involves aggregation, there may be issues with how the data is being aggregated.
  Filters or Restrictions: Certain filters or restrictions applied to the data may prevent the calculation from being performed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Ensure that all necessary data for the key figure is available and complete. You may need to run data loads or refresh the data model.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the key figure and benchmark. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to the business requirements.
  Data Type Validation: Check the data types of the fields involved in the calculation. Ensure that they are compatible and correctly defined in the data model.
  Aggregation Logic: Review the aggregation logic for the key figure. Make sure that it is correctly defined and that the data can be aggregated as expected.
  Adjust Filters: If there are filters applied, consider adjusting or removing them to see if that resolves the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSTT (Transaction Trace) to analyze data flows and identify issues.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs and traces to gather more information about the error context. This can provide insights into what might be causing the calculation failure.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the expected behavior and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.