How To Fix MA580 - Choose a key figure with a quantity unit (unit of measure)


MA580 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

  • Message number: 580

  • Message text: Choose a key figure with a quantity unit (unit of measure)

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA580 - Choose a key figure with a quantity unit (unit of measure) ?
    The SAP error message MA580 ("Choose a key figure with a quantity unit (unit of measure)") typically occurs in the context of reporting or analysis within SAP, particularly when working with key figures in a data model or report that require a quantity unit but none has been specified or the selected key figure does not have a quantity unit associated with it.
    
    Cause: Key Figure Selection: The key figure you have selected does not have an associated quantity unit. This can happen if the key figure is a calculated field or a non-quantity measure. Data Model Configuration: The data model or InfoProvider may not be configured correctly, leading to the absence of a quantity unit for the key figure. Report Design: In the report or query design, the key figure may not be set up to display a quantity unit, or it may be incorrectly configured.
    Solution: Select a Different Key Figure: Choose a key

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