How To Fix AIS_REP219 - Key figure category &2 is unknown for key figure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIS_REP - Single Value Reporting

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Key figure category &2 is unknown for key figure &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIS_REP219 - Key figure category &2 is unknown for key figure &1 ?

  The SAP error message AIS_REP219 indicates that there is an issue with a key figure in your reporting or analysis process. Specifically, the message states that the key figure category for a specified key figure is unknown. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics Cloud.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Key Figure Definition: The key figure you are trying to use may not be defined correctly in the system. This could be due to a missing or incorrect configuration in the data model.
  Missing Key Figure Category: The key figure category associated with the key figure may not exist in the system. This can happen if the key figure was deleted or if there was a change in the data model.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain key figures or categories.
  Transport Issues: If the key figure was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Key Figure Definition: Verify that the key figure is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant data model or InfoProvider and checking the key figure settings.
  Validate Key Figure Category: Ensure that the key figure category exists and is correctly assigned to the key figure. You may need to create or modify the key figure category if it is missing.
  Review Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has access to the key figure and its associated category.
  Transport Check: If the key figure was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Rebuild or Refresh: In some cases, rebuilding or refreshing the data model or InfoProvider may resolve the issue. This can be done through the relevant transaction codes in SAP BW.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the definitions of key figures and InfoProviders.
  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.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on key figures, categories, and their configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for further investigation.