How To Fix GENCA_MENA053 - Key figure of data source & can be customized either as Key figure 1 or 2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GENCA_MENA - General cross appl.messages for MENA

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Key figure of data source & can be customized either as Key figure 1 or 2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GENCA_MENA053 - Key figure of data source & can be customized either as Key figure 1 or 2 ?

  The SAP error message GENCA_MENA053 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of key figures in a data source. Specifically, it suggests that a key figure is being defined in a way that it can only be assigned to one of two possible key figure slots (Key Figure 1 or Key Figure 2), but it is being attempted to be used in both.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The key figure in question is likely being assigned to both Key Figure 1 and Key Figure 2 in the data source configuration.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the data source settings or in the InfoProvider where the key figures are defined.
  Data Source Definition: The data source may have been incorrectly defined, leading to ambiguity in how the key figures should be treated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Data Source Configuration:
  
  Go to the data source configuration in the SAP BW system.
  Check the settings for the key figures and ensure that each key figure is assigned to only one of the key figure slots (Key Figure 1 or Key Figure 2).
  
  
  
  Adjust Key Figure Assignments:
  
  If a key figure is mistakenly assigned to both slots, decide which slot it should occupy and remove it from the other.
  Ensure that the key figures are correctly mapped according to the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check InfoProvider Settings:
  
  If the data source is linked to an InfoProvider (like an InfoCube or DSO), check the InfoProvider settings to ensure that the key figures are defined correctly and do not conflict with the data source configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If changes are made, ensure that they are transported correctly if you are working in a multi-system landscape.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the data extraction process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring key figures in data sources.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data source configuration and key figure management in SAP BW.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GENCA_MENA053 error and ensure that your data source is configured correctly.