How To Fix FCOM_PLANNING_CORE201 - Wrong category for statistical key figure &1 entered (&2 should be &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_PLANNING_CORE - Messages for Package FCOM_PLANNING_CORE

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Wrong category for statistical key figure &1 entered (&2 should be &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE201 - Wrong category for statistical key figure &1 entered (&2 should be &3) ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE201 indicates that there is an issue with the statistical key figure being used in a planning scenario. Specifically, the error message states that the category of the statistical key figure entered is incorrect. The message provides three placeholders: 
  
  &1: The statistical key figure that was entered.
  &2: The expected category for the statistical key figure.
  &3: The actual category that should be used.
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The statistical key figure you are trying to use does not match the expected category defined in the system.
  There may be a configuration issue where the statistical key figure is not set up correctly in the system.
  The planning layout or the data entry screen may not be aligned with the expected categories for the statistical key figures.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Statistical Key Figure:
  
  Verify that the statistical key figure you are entering is valid and exists in the system.
  Ensure that it is assigned to the correct category as per your planning requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for statistical key figures in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for planning and check the settings for statistical key figures to ensure they are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Layout:
  
  If you are using a planning layout, check the layout settings to ensure that the statistical key figures are correctly mapped to the expected categories.
  Make any necessary adjustments to the layout to align with the expected categories.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to statistical key figures and planning to understand the expected categories and their usage.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the planning process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Statistical Key Figures: These are used in SAP for various planning and reporting purposes, often related to cost allocation and performance measurement.
  Planning Layouts: In SAP, planning layouts define how data is entered and displayed in planning transactions. Ensuring that the layout is correctly configured is crucial for successful data entry.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), KP06 (for cost center planning), and others that may be relevant to your planning scenario.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.