How To Fix KH205 - Key figure scheme & contains errors -> check definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Key figure scheme & contains errors -> check definition

What causes this issue?

Entry &V1& &V4& not contained in Table T237A.

How to fix this error?

Check key figure scheme &V1& (in particular line &V2&) in table T237A.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH205 - Key figure scheme & contains errors -> check definition ?

  The SAP error message KH205, which states "Key figure scheme & contains errors -> check definition," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when there are issues with the definition of a key figure scheme. This error can arise during various operations, such as data loading, reporting, or when trying to execute queries.
  Causes of KH205 Error
  
  Incorrect Key Figure Definition: The key figure scheme may have been defined incorrectly, with missing or invalid key figures.
  Inconsistent Data Types: The data types of the key figures may not match the expected types in the schema.
  Missing Key Figures: Some key figures that are referenced in the scheme may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Errors in Aggregation: If the key figures are supposed to be aggregated, there may be issues with how the aggregation is defined.
  Transport Issues: If the key figure scheme was transported from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing objects.
  
  Solutions to KH205 Error
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the key figure scheme definition in the SAP BW system.
  Verify that all key figures are correctly defined and exist in the system.
  Ensure that the data types are consistent and correct.
  
  
  
  Validate Key Figures:
  
  Check if all key figures referenced in the scheme are active and correctly configured.
  If any key figures are missing, recreate or restore them.
  
  
  
  Review Aggregation Settings:
  
  If the key figures are supposed to be aggregated, ensure that the aggregation settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the key figure scheme was transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings.
  Ensure that all dependent objects were also transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Key Figure Scheme:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the key figure scheme from scratch, ensuring that all definitions are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on key figure schemes and their definitions.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to access the key figure definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the KH205 error.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to find the exact point of failure.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issues causing the KH205 error in your SAP BW environment.