How To Fix /CPD/AVR_MESSAGE002 - Key figure element not defined in Customizing; double-click for details

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/AVR_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Key figure element not defined in Customizing; double-click for details

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/AVR_MESSAGE002 - Key figure element not defined in Customizing; double-click for details ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/AVR_MESSAGE002 Key figure element not defined in Customizing; double-click for details typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when a key figure element is referenced in a planning function or a planning area but has not been properly defined in the system's Customizing settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Key Figure Definition: The key figure element that is being referenced in your planning function or planning area has not been defined in the Customizing settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the planning area or planning function that references a key figure that does not exist.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it is possible that the key figure was not included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the Customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant section for defining key figures.
  Ensure that the key figure element in question is defined correctly in the planning area or planning function.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Key Figure:
  
  If the key figure is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This can be done in the Customizing settings under the relevant planning area.
  Make sure to define all necessary attributes and settings for the key figure.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Functions:
  
  Check the planning functions that are using the key figure. Ensure that they are correctly configured and that they reference existing key figures.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing key figure definition.
  
  
  
  Double-Click for Details:
  
  As suggested in the error message, double-clicking on the error message in the SAP GUI may provide additional details about which key figure is causing the issue. This can help you pinpoint the exact problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  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 the official SAP documentation for Advanced Planning and Optimization or Integrated Business Planning for guidance on key figure definitions and planning area configurations.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP Community Network (SCN) for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /CPD/AVR_MESSAGE002.