How To Fix INM_METRICS103 - Cannot convert key figure value (&1) to metrics unit or currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INM_METRICS -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Cannot convert key figure value (&1) to metrics unit or currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INM_METRICS103 - Cannot convert key figure value (&1) to metrics unit or currency ?

  The SAP error message INM_METRICS103 indicates that there is an issue with converting a key figure value to a metrics unit or currency. This typically occurs in the context of reporting or data processing where the system expects a specific format or type for the key figure value, but it encounters a value that it cannot convert.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Data Format: The key figure value may be in an incorrect format that cannot be interpreted as a numeric value or a valid currency.
  Missing Unit of Measure: The system may not have a defined unit of measure for the key figure, leading to conversion issues.
  Inconsistent Data Types: The key figure may be defined with a different data type than what is being provided (e.g., a string instead of a number).
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the key figure is supposed to represent a currency, there may be issues with the currency conversion settings or missing exchange rates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the metrics settings or in the data model that lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Format: Ensure that the key figure value is in the correct format. For example, if it is supposed to be a numeric value, make sure it does not contain any non-numeric characters.
  Define Unit of Measure: Verify that the unit of measure is correctly defined in the system for the key figure. If it is missing, you may need to add it.
  Review Data Types: Check the data type of the key figure in the data model and ensure that the incoming data matches this type.
  Currency Settings: If the key figure involves currency, check the currency settings and ensure that the necessary exchange rates are maintained in the system.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the conversion is failing and gather more context about the error.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to inspect the data model and definitions related to the key figure.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.