How To Fix KS190 - Statistical key figure &1 has already been selected for creation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Statistical key figure &1 has already been selected for creation

What causes this issue?

Statistical key figure &v1& has been been found again in the entry
list.
This stat. key fig. has already been marked for creation, but can only
be created via a BAPI callup for a single time interval, and may not
already exist on the database.

System Response

The system deactivates the current entry in the list of stat. key figs
to be added. Only the initial entry for the stat. key fig. is retained
as active.

How to fix this error?

If you want to create additional time intervals for the stat. key fig.,
you should use the standard transactions for stat. key fig.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS190 - Statistical key figure &1 has already been selected for creation ?

  The SAP error message KS190 indicates that a statistical key figure (SKF) has already been selected for creation in the system. This typically occurs when you attempt to create or modify a statistical key figure that is already defined in the system for a particular controlling area or cost center.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the statistical key figure you are trying to create already exists in the system for the specified controlling area or cost center.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings that allow for the same SKF to be selected multiple times.
  User Error: The user may have inadvertently selected the same SKF for creation without realizing it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Statistical Key Figures:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., KS01 for creating statistical key figures) and check if the SKF you are trying to create already exists.
  Use transaction code KS02 to display or modify existing statistical key figures.
  
  
  
  Use Existing SKF:
  
  If the SKF already exists, consider using it instead of creating a new one. You can reference the existing SKF in your reports or analyses.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing SKF:
  
  If you need to change the properties of the existing SKF, use transaction code KS02 to modify it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to statistical key figures to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you believe this is a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the settings for statistical key figures are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Error Handling:
  
  If you are certain that the SKF should not exist, you may need to investigate further to determine if there are any inconsistencies in the database or if a cleanup is required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Statistical Key Figures: These are used in SAP Controlling (CO) to allocate costs and revenues based on certain metrics (e.g., headcount, machine hours).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Statistical Key Figure
  KS02: Change Statistical Key Figure
  KS03: Display Statistical Key Figure
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to statistical key figures.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.