How To Fix K-557 - Key figure &1 is invalid

K-557 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K- -

• Message number: 557

• Message text: Key figure &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K-557 - Key figure &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message K-557 ("Key figure &1 is invalid") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with reports or queries that involve key figures in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other CO-related functionalities.
  
  Cause:
  The error message K-557 indicates that the key figure specified (denoted by &1) is not recognized or is invalid in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Key Figure Name: The key figure you are trying to use may be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Key Figure Not Defined: The key figure may not be defined in the relevant data structure or report.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified key figure.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or configuration may have rendered the key figure invalid.
  Versioning Issues: If you