How To Fix M2387 - A key figure without a summation indicator cannot be used as stock value

M2387 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M2 - LIS: Generating and updating info structures

• Message number: 387

• Message text: A key figure without a summation indicator cannot be used as stock value

What causes this issue?

If the summation indicator is not set for key figures, these key
figures cannot be flagged as being stock values.

System Response

Key figures for which the summation indicator is not set, such as
calculated key figures (e.g. turnover, range of coverage) or selection
key figures are not permitted as stock values.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that you only use key figures for which the summation
indicator is set as stock values.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M2387 - A key figure without a summation indicator cannot be used as stock value ?

  The SAP error message M2387 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a key figure in the context of stock valuation. Specifically, it states that a key figure without a summation indicator cannot be used as a stock value. This typically occurs in the context of inventory management or reporting where stock values are calculated.
  
  Cause:
  
  Key Figure Configuration: The key figure being used for stock valuation does not have a summation indicator set. In SAP, key figures must be configured correctly to be used in calculations, especially for aggregating values like stock levels.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the key figure is derived may not be set up to allow for summation, or the key figure may not be intended for aggregation.
  Incorrect Usage: The key figure may be used in a context where a summation is required, but it is not designed for that purpose.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
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