How To Fix BRAIN107 - The query has to specify a key figure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 107

• Message text: The query has to specify a key figure

What causes this issue?

A key figure must be set in the query.
The query contains one or even two structures. In this case, the query
must also contain a key figure. More precisely: Each cell must contain
a unique key figure.

System Response

The query cannot be generated or executed.

How to fix this error?

Check the query.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN107 - The query has to specify a key figure ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN107, which states "The query has to specify a key figure," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when you are trying to execute a query that does not include any key figures. Key figures are essential components in SAP BW queries as they represent measurable data, such as sales amounts, quantities, or other numerical values.
  Cause:
  
  No Key Figures Selected: The query you are trying to execute does not have any key figures defined. This means that the query lacks the necessary data to perform calculations or aggregations.
  Query Design Issues: The query might have been designed incorrectly, where key figures were not added to the query definition.
  Data Source Issues: The data source might not have any key figures available, or the key figures might not be properly mapped in the query.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Add Key Figures:
  
  Open the query in the Query Designer.
  Ensure that at least one key figure is selected in the "Key Figures" section of the query.
  Save and activate the query after making changes.
  
  
  
  Check Query Definition:
  
  Review the query definition to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Make sure that the key figures are properly linked to the data source.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Source:
  
  Check the underlying InfoProvider (e.g., InfoCube, DSO) to ensure that it contains the necessary key figures.
  If the data source is missing key figures, you may need to adjust the data model or the extraction process.
  
  
  
  Test the Query:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the query again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Key Figures: In SAP BW, key figures are numerical values that can be aggregated and analyzed. They are essential for reporting and analysis.
  Query Designer: This is the tool used to create and modify queries in SAP BW. It allows users to define the structure of the query, including dimensions, key figures, and filters.
  SAP BW Documentation: For more detailed information on query design and key figures, refer to the official SAP BW documentation or training materials.
  
  By ensuring that your query includes at least one key figure, you should be able to resolve the BRAIN107 error and successfully execute your query.