How To Fix K6717 - The assignment table 'key figure - forecast profile' is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K6 - EC-EIS/EC-BP data basis: Data entry and collection

• Message number: 717

• Message text: The assignment table 'key figure - forecast profile' is empty

What causes this issue?

The key 'figure-forecast profile' assignment table is empty. If you
specify the default forecast profile, this profile is assigned to each
key figure.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Maintain a default profile on the General Settings screen .

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6717 - The assignment table 'key figure - forecast profile' is empty ?

  The SAP error message K6717, which states that "The assignment table 'key figure - forecast profile' is empty," typically occurs in the context of SAP's forecasting and planning functionalities, particularly when working with key figures and forecast profiles in the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the system is unable to find any entries in the assignment table that links key figures to forecast profiles. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The assignment of key figures to forecast profiles has not been set up in the system.
  Data Deletion: The relevant entries in the assignment table may have been deleted or not created.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have included the necessary entries.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration that prevent the assignment from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K6717 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the forecast profiles and key figures in the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MC62 for APO).
  Ensure that the key figures are correctly assigned to the forecast profiles.
  
  
  
  Create/Update Assignments:
  
  If the assignment is missing, create the necessary entries in the assignment table. This can usually be done in the configuration settings for the forecasting area.
  Make sure that the key figures you want to use are properly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was transported, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
  If needed, re-transport the configuration or manually create the missing assignments.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up key figures and forecast profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to SAP forecasting and planning to better understand the configuration process.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.