How To Fix KH846 - Key figure "&1" is not defined in table T237A (operating concern "&2")

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KH - CO-PA Reporting

• Message number: 846

• Message text: Key figure "&1" is not defined in table T237A (operating concern "&2")

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KH846 - Key figure "&1" is not defined in table T237A (operating concern "&2") ?

  The SAP error message KH846 indicates that a specific key figure is not defined in the table T237A for the specified operating concern. This error typically occurs in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when trying to access or manipulate data related to key figures that are not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Key Figure Definition: The key figure you are trying to use (indicated by "&1") is not defined in the T237A table for the specified operating concern (indicated by "&2"). This can happen if the key figure was never created or if it was deleted or deactivated.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the key figure is not linked to the operating concern correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, it might not have included the necessary definitions for the key figure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to transaction code KEDR (or KEA0 for CO-PA) to check the key figure definitions.
  Verify if the key figure exists in the T237A table for the specified operating concern. You can do this by executing a query on the T237A table using transaction code SE16N.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Key Figure:
  
  If the key figure does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings for CO-PA.
  If it exists but is not linked to the operating concern, you may need to modify the configuration to include it.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, ensure that the transport included all necessary objects and configurations. You may need to re-transport or manually adjust the settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to CO-PA key figures and T237A table configurations for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify key figures in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table T237A: This table contains the definitions of key figures for different operating concerns in CO-PA.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KEDR: Display CO-PA Data
  KEA0: CO-PA Configuration
  SE16N: Data Browser for table access
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to key figures in CO-PA.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO-PA functional team for further assistance.