How To Fix K6720 - First carry out a key figure selection

K6720 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 720

• Message text: First carry out a key figure selection

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to assign a default forecast profile to each key
figure. However, no key figures have been selected yet.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Select key figures from the key figure subscreen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6720 - First carry out a key figure selection ?

  The SAP error message K6720, which states "First carry out a key figure selection," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a selection of key figures, but none have been specified.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a key figure selection in the report or transaction you are trying to execute. Key figures are essential metrics or data points that you want to analyze, such as costs, revenues, or quantities. If you do not select any key figures, the system cannot proceed with the report generation or analysis.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the K6720 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Report/Transaction: Go back to the report or transaction where you encountered the error.
  
  
  Select Key Figures: Look for a section or option labeled "Key Figures" or "Selection Criteria." Ensure that you select at least one key figure that you want