How To Fix K6803 - You have not selected a key figure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 803

• Message text: You have not selected a key figure

What causes this issue?

You must select at least one key figure for planning to be processed.

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?

On the Key Figure screen select at least one key figure. You may have
to select further characteristics (currency reference or compounding).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6803 - You have not selected a key figure ?

  The SAP error message K6803 ("You have not selected a key figure") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires the selection of a key figure, but none has been selected.
  Cause:
  
  No Key Figure Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected any key figures in the report or transaction screen. Key figures are essential for calculations and reporting in SAP CO.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the report or the data model that prevents key figures from being displayed or selected.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select certain key figures.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Key Figure: 
  
  Go back to the report or transaction screen where the error occurred.
  Look for the section where key figures can be selected (this may be a dropdown or a list).
  Ensure that at least one key figure is selected before executing the report again.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the settings for the report or data model to ensure that key figures are properly defined and available for selection.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the key figures. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific report or transaction you are using. There may be additional requirements or steps that need to be followed.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Key Figures in SAP: Key figures are quantitative measures used in reporting and analysis, such as sales amounts, quantities, costs, etc. They are essential for financial reporting and analysis in SAP CO.
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be related to the report or analysis you are trying to perform (e.g., KSB1 for cost center reports).
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding solutions to specific error messages and issues encountered by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the K6803 error and successfully execute your report or transaction in SAP.