Message type: E = Error
Message class: K7 - Messages for Row/Column Structure
Message number: 164
Message text: Key figure selection limited due to dependent characteristics
Certain key figures are dependent on one or more characteristics which
determine a currency or quantity unit. If you did not specify a value
for such a characteristic in the general data selection or have already
selected it in another coordinate, the dependent key figures should not
be included in the selection list.
Key figures with dependent characteristics which are not specified or
have already been selected are not offered for selection.
Specify values for the characteristics in the general data selection or
remove them from the other coordinate.
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K7164
- Key figure selection limited due to dependent characteristics ?The SAP error message K7164, which states "Key figure selection limited due to dependent characteristics," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) when you are trying to execute a query or report that involves key figures and characteristics that have dependencies.
Cause: The error is usually caused by the following factors: Dependent Characteristics: In SAP BW, certain characteristics may be dependent on others. For example, if you have a characteristic that is dependent on a hierarchy or another characteristic, the system may limit the selection of key figures to ensure that the data returned is consistent and valid. Query Design: The design of the query may not properly account for the dependencies between characteristics and key figures. If the query is trying to pull data that involves incompatible characteristics, it can lead to this error. Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the underlying
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