How To Fix KW754 - Data exists for & with the statistical key figure &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 754

• Message text: Data exists for & with the statistical key figure &

What causes this issue?

You have set the "Do not change" indicator and started the transaction.
Data has already been posted in &V1& for statistical key figure &V2&.
This data may have come from a previous transfer or may have been
entered manually. Note that zero values do not necessarily mean that no
data exists, and are thus also ignored by the program.

System Response

This data is ignored during posting.

How to fix this error?

If you want to update all the data, rerun the transaction, this time
setting the "Reset and overwrite" indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW754 - Data exists for & with the statistical key figure & ?

  The SAP error message KW754 indicates that there is existing data for a statistical key figure in the system, which is causing an issue when you attempt to perform a certain action, such as posting or changing data related to that key figure. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to delete or change a statistical key figure that already has associated data in the system.
  The statistical key figure is being used in a context where it cannot be modified or deleted due to existing entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KW754 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Data: 
  
  Use transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items) to check if there are any postings related to the statistical key figure in question.
  Identify the specific entries that are causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Delete or Adjust Data:
  
  If the data is no longer needed, you may consider reversing or deleting the relevant postings. Be cautious with this step, as it may affect financial reporting and analysis.
  If the data is necessary, you may need to adjust your approach rather than deleting the statistical key figure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to statistical key figures and their usage to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the statistical key figures are correct. This includes checking the settings in the controlling area and ensuring that the key figures are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Statistical Key Figures: These are used in SAP to allocate costs and revenues based on certain metrics (e.g., headcount, square footage). They are essential for internal cost allocation and reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for monitoring and managing cost center accounting and statistical key figures.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KW754 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.