How To Fix GS512 - Choose a suitable set class for multi-sets or key figure sets

GS512 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 512

• Message text: Choose a suitable set class for multi-sets or key figure sets

What causes this issue?

You tried to create a multi set or key figure set in a
<DS:DE.SETCLASS>set class</> that was not designed for this.
Multi sets can only be created in set classes from the applications
FI-SL and PP, key figure sets only in the application FI-SL.

System Response

The set is not created.

How to fix this error?

Select a suitable <DS:DE.SETCLASS>set class</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS512 - Choose a suitable set class for multi-sets or key figure sets ?

  The SAP error message GS512, which states "Choose a suitable set class for multi-sets or key figure sets," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when working with InfoObjects, especially when defining characteristics or key figures that are intended to be used in multi-dimensional reporting.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to create or modify a multi-set or key figure set without having a suitable set class defined. In SAP BW, a set class is a classification that determines how the data is organized and processed. If the system cannot find an appropriate set class for the operation you are trying to perform, it will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GS512 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Set Class Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSD1 (InfoObject Maintenance).
  Find the InfoObject that is causing the issue.
  Check the settings for the set class. Ensure that a