How To Fix K9165 - Please define calculated variables for numeric fields only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K9 - CO Planning Processor

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Please define calculated variables for numeric fields only

What causes this issue?

For characteristic &V1& you defined a variable &V2&. Here, the SAP
System attempts to automatically determine the value of &V2& after
entry of variable &V3&.
However, this is possible only for numerical characteristics.

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?

Change the name of variable &V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K9165 - Please define calculated variables for numeric fields only ?

  The SAP error message K9165, "Please define calculated variables for numeric fields only," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to create or use a calculated variable in a report or query that is not based on numeric fields. This error indicates that the system expects the calculated variable to be associated with numeric data types, but it has encountered a non-numeric field instead.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Numeric Field: The calculated variable is being defined for a field that is not numeric (e.g., character, date, or string fields).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the report or query may be incorrect, leading to the selection of inappropriate fields for calculation.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the expected data type for the calculation and the actual data type of the field being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Types: Review the fields you are using in your calculated variable. Ensure that all fields involved in the calculation are numeric.
  Modify the Calculation: If you need to perform calculations, ensure that you are only using numeric fields. If you need to include non-numeric fields, consider separating the logic or using them in a different context.
  Adjust Report/Query Configuration: If you are using a report or query tool, check the configuration settings to ensure that you are selecting the correct fields for your calculations.
  Use Appropriate Functions: If you need to manipulate non-numeric fields, consider using string functions or other appropriate functions that do not require numeric data types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on calculated variables and their requirements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  Training and Tutorials: Consider SAP training resources or tutorials that cover the creation of calculated variables and the handling of different data types in reports.
  
  By ensuring that you are working with the correct data types and configurations, you should be able to resolve the K9165 error effectively.