How To Fix AFWGO_MESSAGES437 - Key fig. value was overwritten for benchmark &1, key fig. &2, key date &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWGO_MESSAGES - Messages for Development Class AFWGO

• Message number: 437

• Message text: Key fig. value was overwritten for benchmark &1, key fig. &2, key date &3

What causes this issue?

In the benchmark run, the key figure value for benchmark &V1&, key
figure &V2&, key date &V3& was calculated again. The new value of this
key figure is different from the value already stored for the key
figure. The old key figure will be deleted, and overwritten by the new
key figure value.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES437 - Key fig. value was overwritten for benchmark &1, key fig. &2, key date &3 ?

  The SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES437 indicates that a key figure value has been overwritten for a specific benchmark, key figure, and key date. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where key figures are used to represent data points in planning scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Overwrite: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to update or insert a key figure value that already exists for the specified benchmark and key date. This can happen due to:
  
  Conflicting data entries from different sources.
  Manual data entry errors.
  Data import processes that do not handle existing values correctly.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the planning area or key figure settings that allow for overwriting values, which can lead to this error if not managed properly.
  
  
  Data Consistency: The system may have rules or constraints that prevent certain key figures from being overwritten, leading to this error when those rules are violated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Data Entries: Check the data entries for the specified benchmark, key figure, and key date. Ensure that the values being entered do not conflict with existing values.
  
  
  Adjust Data Import Processes: If the error occurs during data import, review the import logic to ensure it handles existing values appropriately. You may need to implement checks to prevent overwriting.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Examine the configuration settings for the planning area and key figures. Ensure that the settings align with your business requirements regarding data overwriting.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your data processing logic to catch and manage such conflicts gracefully, possibly by logging them for further review.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for specific guidance and best practices.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for key figure settings) to analyze and manage key figures.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.