How To Fix GR456 - Function cannot be executed for formula lines or key figure blocks

GR456 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 456

• Message text: Function cannot be executed for formula lines or key figure blocks

What causes this issue?

You have selected an area of data or a formula line in a key figure
block. However, the function you want to perform on this area of data
cannot be executed for key figure blocks or formula lines.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different function or select a different area of data in the
list.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR456 - Function cannot be executed for formula lines or key figure blocks ?

  The SAP error message GR456 ("Function cannot be executed for formula lines or key figure blocks") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) when trying to execute a function that is not applicable to certain types of data structures, such as formula lines or key figure blocks.
  
  Cause:
  
  Formula Lines: The error may arise when you attempt to perform operations (like calculations or aggregations) on formula lines that are not designed to be executed in that context.
  Key Figure Blocks: Similar to formula lines, key figure blocks may have restrictions on the types of operations that can be performed on them.
  Incorrect Context: The function you are trying to execute may not be valid for the specific context of the data model you are working with.
  Data Model Design: The design of the data model may not support the operation you are trying to perform,