How To Fix APB_FPM_CORE366 - Element & cannot be of data type Measure

APB_FPM_CORE366 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_CORE - FPM messages

• Message number: 366

• Message text: Element & cannot be of data type Measure

What causes this issue?

Elements that are defined as Measures for a Chart UI Building Block must
be based on a numeric type.
In ABAP numeric types are:
I - Integer (whole number)
F - Floating point number
P - Packed number

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_CORE366 - Element & cannot be of data type Measure ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_CORE366, which states "Element & cannot be of data type Measure," typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize the FPM (Floorplan Manager) framework, particularly when dealing with analytical applications or reporting tools that involve measures and dimensions.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an attempt to define a UI element or a data model element as a "Measure" type in a context where it is not allowed. Measures are typically numerical values that can be aggregated (like sales figures, quantities, etc.), and they should be used in specific contexts, such as in charts or tables that support aggregation. If you try to assign a measure to a UI element that expects a different data type (like a dimension or a string), this error will be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Model: Review the data model definition to