How To Fix FCOM_STATISKEYFIGURE017 - Please provide a key fig. cat. (fixed value (1) or total value (2)).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_STATISKEYFIGURE -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Please provide a key fig. cat. (fixed value (1) or total value (2)).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_STATISKEYFIGURE017 - Please provide a key fig. cat. (fixed value (1) or total value (2)). ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_STATISKEYFIGURE017 indicates that there is an issue with the key figure category in a financial or controlling report. Specifically, the system is prompting you to provide a key figure category, which can either be a fixed value (1) or a total value (2). 
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  A key figure is being used in a report or query that requires a specific category, but the category has not been defined or is missing.
  The configuration for the key figure in the report is incomplete or incorrect.
  The user is trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a specific key figure category, but the input provided does not meet the expected criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the key figures in your SAP system.
  Ensure that the key figure you are trying to use is properly defined with the correct category (fixed value or total value).
  
  
  
  Provide the Required Key Figure Category:
  
  When prompted, enter the appropriate key figure category:
  
  Use 1 for fixed value.
  Use 2 for total value.
  
  
  Make sure that you are entering the value in the correct field and format.
  
  
  
  Review Report Settings:
  
  If you are running a specific report, check the selection criteria and parameters to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Look for any documentation or guidelines related to the report to understand the expected input.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling) for more details on key figures and their categories.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and input, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Key Figures: In SAP, key figures are numerical values that are used in reporting and analysis. They can represent various financial metrics, such as revenue, costs, or quantities.
  Fixed Value vs. Total Value: Understanding the difference between fixed and total values is crucial. Fixed values are typically constants or specific amounts, while total values represent aggregated data over a period or set of conditions.
  SAP Modules: This error is often encountered in modules like SAP FI (Financial Accounting) or CO (Controlling), where financial reporting is common.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your report or transaction.