How To Fix K9084 - Select exactly two data cells for the target value search


K9084 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: K9 - CO Planning Processor

  • Message number: 084

  • Message text: Select exactly two data cells for the target value search

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have called up the "Target value search" function, but you have
    selected zero, one, or more than three data cells.

    System Response

    The "Target value search" cannot be executed.

    How to fix this error?

    Select exactly two data cells for the target value search. Note the
    following rules:
    At least one cell must be ready for input. If one of the selected cells
    is not ready for input, the system takes this cell as the default for
    the target cell.
    If you selected two ready-for-input cells, you can swap the source and
    target before executing the target value search.
    None of the selected cells may be either an overall total or a subtotal
    cell.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K9084 - Select exactly two data cells for the target value search ?
    The SAP error message K9084, "Select exactly two data cells for the target value search," typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and analysis tools, such as SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) or SAP BW (Business Warehouse). This error indicates that the system expects the user to select exactly two data cells when performing a target value search, but the selection does not meet this requirement.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Selection: The user may have selected more than two data cells or fewer than two data cells in the planning or analysis view. Data Cell Requirements: The target value search functionality is designed to work with exactly two data points to calculate a target value based on the relationship between them.
    Solution: To resolve the K9084 error, follow these steps: Review Your Selection: Ensure that you have selected exactly two data cells. This can typically be done by clicking on the desired cells in the planning

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