How To Fix KX409 - Key figure & already exists

KX409 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 409

• Message text: Key figure & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX409 - Key figure & already exists ?

  The SAP error message KX409 ("Key figure & already exists") typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics when you are trying to create or modify a key figure in a data model, InfoCube, or other data structures, and the key figure you are trying to create already exists in that context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Key Figure: The most common cause of this error is that you are attempting to create a key figure with a name that is already in use within the same InfoProvider or data model.
  Naming Conflicts: If you are importing or copying data models or InfoProviders, there may be naming conflicts with existing key figures.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings may not be correctly set, leading to this error when trying to add a new key figure.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Key Figures: Review the existing key figures in the InfoProvider or data model to confirm if