How To Fix KS189 - The table of statistical key figures is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 189

• Message text: The table of statistical key figures is empty

What causes this issue?

You called up a BAPI for master data for statistical key figures.
However, you did not specify any data record for a statistical key
figure that is to be created, changed, or checked.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

When you call up this BAPI, specify at least one table row for a
statistical key figure.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS189 - The table of statistical key figures is empty ?

  The SAP error message KS189 indicates that the table of statistical key figures is empty. This typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires statistical key figures, but the system cannot find any entries in the relevant table.
  Cause:
  
  No Statistical Key Figures Defined: The most common cause is that no statistical key figures have been defined for the controlling area or the specific cost center.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for statistical key figures may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Data Deletion: Statistical key figures may have been deleted or not yet created for the period you are trying to analyze.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the statistical key figures.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Statistical Key Figures:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKKP (or navigate through the menu: Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Statistical Key Figures).
  Check if the statistical key figures are defined for the relevant controlling area and cost center.
  If they are not defined, create the necessary statistical key figures.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for statistical key figures is correctly set up in the system.
  You can check the configuration in the SPRO transaction (SAP Reference IMG) under Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Statistical Key Figures.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  If statistical key figures are defined but not populated, ensure that data is entered for the relevant periods. You can do this through the transaction code KSV5 (for entering statistical key figures).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and view statistical key figures. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on how to set up and manage statistical key figures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Statistical Key Figures: These are used in SAP for various purposes, including allocation of costs and performance measurement. They can represent various metrics such as headcount, machine hours, etc.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSV1 (Create Statistical Key Figure), KSV2 (Change Statistical Key Figure), and KSV3 (Display Statistical Key Figure).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to statistical key figures and the error message KS189.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KS189 error and ensure that your statistical key figures are correctly set up and populated in the system.