How To Fix KH057 - Key figure & has not been defined yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Key figure & has not been defined yet

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH057 - Key figure & has not been defined yet ?

  The SAP error message KH057 ("Key figure & has not been defined yet") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when working with Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other reporting functionalities that involve key figures.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that a specific key figure, which is referenced in a report or a calculation, has not been defined in the system. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The key figure may not have been created or configured in the system.
  Incorrect Report Settings: The report or query may be referencing a key figure that is not applicable or has been removed.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the key figure may not have been included in the transport request.
  Versioning Issues: The key figure might exist in one version of the data model but not in another.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KH057 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., KEA0 for CO-PA) and verify if the key figure is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Review Report/Query:
  
  Check the report or query that is generating the error. Ensure that it is referencing the correct key figures.
  If the key figure is not needed, you may need to modify the report to exclude it.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the key figure was included in the transport request.
  If it was not included, you may need to transport it again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific key figure and its usage to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  System Refresh:
  
  If you are working in a development or test environment, ensure that the system is refreshed and that all configurations are up to date.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Key Figures in CO-PA: Key figures are essential for profitability analysis and reporting. They represent quantitative data that can be analyzed.
  Configuration Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant transactions such as KEA0 (Define Key Figures), KEA1 (Maintain Key Figures), and KEA2 (Display Key Figures).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to key figures and error KH057.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.