How To Fix M5091 - Function "all key figures" possible for characteristic/totals line only

M5091 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M5 - LIS: Standard Analyses (Inventory Controlling Doc. Analysis)

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Function "all key figures" possible for characteristic/totals line only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M5091 - Function "all key figures" possible for characteristic/totals line only ?

  The SAP error message M5091, which states "Function 'all key figures' possible for characteristic/totals line only," typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis in SAP, particularly when working with key figures and characteristics in a report or query.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to use the "All Key Figures" function in a context where it is not applicable. Specifically, this function can only be used with a totals line or a characteristic that aggregates data. If you try to apply it to a line that does not meet these criteria, SAP will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M5091 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Context: Ensure that you are applying the "All Key Figures" function to a totals line or a characteristic that is designed to aggregate data. If you are trying to apply it to a detail line or a non-aggregated characteristic, you will need to adjust