How To Fix K7158 - It is not possible to change the +/- sign for calculated key figures

K7158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K7 - Messages for Row/Column Structure

• Message number: 158

• Message text: It is not possible to change the +/- sign for calculated key figures

What causes this issue?

You tried to change the sign in a line. This function is not supported
in sections with calculated key figures.

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?

To obtain the desired result, try to change the sign for the column
concerned.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K7158 - It is not possible to change the +/- sign for calculated key figures ?

  The SAP error message K7158, which states "It is not possible to change the +/- sign for calculated key figures," typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting and analysis tools, particularly in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation). This error indicates that there is an attempt to modify the sign of a calculated key figure, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Calculated Key Figures: The error arises because calculated key figures are derived from other key figures using formulas. The sign of these figures is determined by the underlying logic of the calculation. Changing the sign directly is not permitted as it could lead to inconsistencies in the data.
  Data Model Restrictions: The data model may have restrictions that prevent changes to the sign of calculated key figures to maintain data integrity.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific settings in the configuration of the key figures