How To Fix AIS_STDREP202 - Key figure specified cannot be used for this layout area

AIS_STDREP202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIS_STDREP - Messages for Standard Reporting on Results Database

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Key figure specified cannot be used for this layout area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIS_STDREP202 - Key figure specified cannot be used for this layout area ?

  The SAP error message "AIS_STDREP202: Key figure specified cannot be used for this layout area" typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when there is an issue with the configuration of a report or query layout. This error indicates that the key figure you are trying to use in a specific layout area is not compatible or not allowed for that area.
  Causes:
  
  Incompatible Key Figure: The key figure you are trying to use may not be suitable for the layout area you have selected. For example, some key figures may only be applicable in certain contexts or dimensions.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the key figure in the specified layout.
  Incorrect Query Design: The query or report may not be designed correctly, leading to the inclusion of key figures that are not valid for the selected layout.
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