How To Fix KY160 - Choose key figures first

KY160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Choose key figures first

What causes this issue?

You cannot display the layout until you have chosen key figures for the
report.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Go to the 'Key figures' screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY160 - Choose key figures first ?

  The SAP error message KY160 ("Choose key figures first") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires you to select key figures for analysis, but none have been selected.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to run a report or transaction that requires key figures to be specified, but you have not selected any key figures.
  The system expects at least one key figure to be chosen for the analysis or report to proceed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KY160 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select Key Figures: 
  
  Go back to the selection screen of the report or transaction.
  Look for the section where key figures can be selected (this may vary depending on the specific report or transaction).
  Choose at least one key figure from the available options.
  
  
  
  Check Report Configuration:
  
  If you are using a custom report or a specific configuration, ensure that the key figures are