How To Fix HRANA_KPI_MD013 - You entered a value in Trend Reference Value field; select a time mode

HRANA_KPI_MD013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRANA_KPI_MD - Messages related to HCM KPI Metadata Framework

• Message number: 013

• Message text: You entered a value in Trend Reference Value field; select a time mode

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HRANA_KPI_MD013 - Details

• The SAP error message HRANA_KPI_MD013 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a KPI (Key Performance Indicator) in the SAP system, specifically related to the Trend Reference Value field. This error typically arises when a user attempts to enter a value in the Trend Reference Value field without selecting an appropriate time mode.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires a time mode to be selected when a value is entered in the Trend Reference Value field. The time mode defines the period over which the trend is calculated (e.g., monthly, quarterly, yearly). If the time mode is not specified, the system cannot process the entered value, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRANA_KPI_MD013 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Time Mode: Before entering a value in the Trend Reference Value field, ensure that you have selected an appropriate time mode. This can usually be done in the same