How To Fix KFM311 - Green->yellow threshold must be less than the yellow->red threshold

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KFM - Message Class for Generic Key Figure Monitor

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Green->yellow threshold must be less than the yellow->red threshold

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KFM311 - Green->yellow threshold must be less than the yellow->red threshold ?

  The SAP error message KFM311 indicates that there is a configuration issue with the thresholds set for a key figure in the SAP system, specifically in the context of performance management or reporting. The message states that the green-to-yellow threshold must be less than the yellow-to-red threshold. This is a common issue when defining performance indicators or key figures in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the thresholds for a key figure are not set correctly. In a typical traffic light system for performance indicators:
  
  Green indicates good performance.
  Yellow indicates caution or a warning.
  Red indicates poor performance.
  
  For the thresholds to make sense:
  
  The value that transitions from green to yellow (green threshold) must be less than the value that transitions from yellow to red (yellow threshold). If this condition is not met, the system cannot properly evaluate the performance status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the thresholds for the key figure in question. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP where the key figure is defined. This could be in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics Cloud, depending on your setup.
  
  
  
  Locate the Key Figure:
  
  Find the specific key figure that is generating the error message.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Thresholds:
  
  Ensure that the green-to-yellow threshold is set to a value that is less than the yellow-to-red threshold. For example:
  
  Green to Yellow Threshold: 50
  Yellow to Red Threshold: 100
  
  
  If the current values are incorrect (e.g., both thresholds are set to 70), change them to valid values.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Run a test to ensure that the key figure now evaluates correctly without generating the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides specific to your version of SAP for detailed instructions on configuring key figures and thresholds.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KFM311 error and ensure that your key figure thresholds are correctly configured.