How To Fix EPM037 - KPI type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPM - Messages for Plant Manager Role

• Message number: 037

• Message text: KPI type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPM037 - KPI type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EPM037, which states "KPI type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP BusinessObjects Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when the system is unable to find a specified Key Performance Indicator (KPI) type. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect KPI Type Name: The KPI type specified in the report or configuration does not match any existing KPI types in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The KPI type may not have been configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the KPI type.
  Data Model Issues: The data model may not be properly set up, leading to missing KPI types.
  Transport Issues: If the KPI type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been successfully imported.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify KPI Type Name: Check