How To Fix KX443 - Check whether the formula for key figure &1 makes sense

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 443

• Message text: Check whether the formula for key figure &1 makes sense

What causes this issue?

The formula of this key figure is not correct. The formula was checked
using the following rules:
Each key figure has a quantity number Q and a currency number C.
Each basic key figure either has quantity Q = 1 and currency C = 0 or
quantity Q = 0 and currency C = 1.
Each constant has C = 0 and Q = 0.
Example: Basic key figure 'sales quantity' has quantity Q = 1 and
currency C = 0. Basic key figure 'revenue' has quantity Q = 0 and
currency C = 1.
Key figures are checked by testing the formula in formula levels with
one or two place operators.
The two place operators are checked to see whether the quantity and
currency numbers are compatible with the operators.
Each formula level has a quantity number and a currency number.
Operators such as 'SIN' and 'COS' are distinguished from the others.
If one formula level in a key figure is distinguished from the others,
the whole key figure is too.
The compatibility of quantity figures and currency figures is checked
on the basis of the following table, where Q1 is the quantity number
and C1 the currency number of the first operand and Q2 the quantity
number and C2 the currency number of the second operand. Q is the
quantity number and C the currency number of the current formula level.
Operator,,Description,,Condition,,Result
= ,,Equals ,, ,,Q = Q1, C = C1
+ ,,Addition ,,Q1 = Q2 ,,Q = Q1, C = C1
,, ,,C1 = C2 ,,
+ ,,Sign ,, ,,Q = Q1, C = C1
- ,,Subtraction,,Q1 = Q2 ,,Q = Q1, C = C1
,, ,,C1 = C2 ,,
- ,,Sign ,, ,,Q = Q1, C = C1
* ,,Multipl. ,, ,,Q = Q1 + Q2, C = C1 + C2
/ ,,Division ,, ,,Q = Q1 - Q2, C = C1 - C2
** ,,Power ,, ,,Generally disting. *)
% ,,Percentage ,,Q1 = Q2 ,,Q = C = 0
,, ,,C1 = C2 ,,
%A ,,Perc.var. ,, ,,Q = Q1 - Q2, C = C1 - C2
MAX ,,Maximum ,,Q1 = Q2 ,,Q = Q1, C = C1
,, ,,C1 = C2 ,,
MIN ,,Minimum ,,Q1 = Q2 ,,Q = Q1, C = C1
,, ,,C1 = C2 ,,
SQT ,,Root ,,C1 mod 2 = ,,Q1 = Q1 / 2, C1 = C1 / 2
,, ,,C1 mod 2 = ,,
,, ,,0 ,,
*) If the second operand is a constant: Q = Q1 * operand and C = C1 *
operand
For all other operands, the formula level is distinguished from the
othe

System Response

The formula was not solved in the info system.

How to fix this error?

Change the formula of the key figure or register a development request
in which you justify why your formula is useful.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX443 - Check whether the formula for key figure &1 makes sense ?

  The SAP error message KX443, which states "Check whether the formula for key figure &1 makes sense," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) when there is an issue with a calculated key figure's formula. This error indicates that the formula defined for the key figure is either incorrect or not logically valid.
  Causes:
  
  Syntax Errors: There may be a syntax error in the formula, such as missing operators, incorrect function usage, or invalid references to other key figures.
  Invalid Key Figure References: The formula may reference key figures that do not exist or are not available in the context of the calculation.
  Division by Zero: If the formula involves division, it may lead to a division by zero scenario, which is not allowed.
  Data Type Mismatch: The formula may involve operations between incompatible data types (e.g., trying to add a string to a number).
  Logical Errors: The logic of the formula may not make sense in the context of the data being processed, leading to invalid calculations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review the Formula: Check the formula for any syntax errors or logical inconsistencies. Ensure that all operators and functions are used correctly.
  Validate Key Figure References: Ensure that all key figures referenced in the formula are valid and available in the context of the calculation.
  Check for Division by Zero: If the formula involves division, add checks to prevent division by zero. For example, use conditional statements to handle cases where the denominator might be zero.
  Data Type Verification: Ensure that all key figures involved in the formula are of compatible data types. Convert data types if necessary.
  Test the Formula: Use test data to validate the formula and ensure it produces the expected results. This can help identify logical errors.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific functions and syntax used in key figure formulas.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to error KX443.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSRT (Query Monitor) or BPC (for BPC-related issues) to analyze and test the key figure.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the KX443 error in your SAP environment.