How To Fix APO_BAPI279 - No key figures were selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 279

• Message text: No key figures were selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI279 - No key figures were selected ?

  The SAP error message "APO_BAPI279 No key figures were selected" typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when using BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces) to manipulate planning data. This error indicates that the system did not find any key figures to process in the request.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Key Figures: The most common cause is that the key figures required for the operation are not selected or defined in the planning book or data view.
  Incorrect Planning Book Configuration: The planning book may not be configured correctly, leading to the absence of key figures.
  Data Selection Issues: The selection criteria used in the BAPI call may not match any existing key figures in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access certain key figures can also lead to this error.
  Incorrect BAPI Parameters: The parameters passed to the BAPI may not include the necessary key figures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Key Figure Selection: Ensure