How To Fix MAFWKF118 - Key figure category & can only be used once in the single rec. proc.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MAFWKF - Analyzer Framework: Messages for Key Figures

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Key figure category & can only be used once in the single rec. proc.

What causes this issue?

A key figure of category &V1& can only be used once in the single
records procedure. The key figure can either be directly defined in the
single records procedure or a base key figure that is referred to
indirectly by another key figure.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MAFWKF118 - Key figure category & can only be used once in the single rec. proc. ?

  The SAP error message MAFWKF118 indicates that a key figure category is being used more than once in a single record processing (rec. proc.) context, which is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning applications, such as SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A key figure category (e.g., a specific type of data or metric) is defined multiple times within the same planning record or processing context.
  The system is designed to ensure that each key figure category is unique within a single processing context to avoid ambiguity and ensure data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Key Figure Definitions: Check the definitions of the key figures in your planning model or data model. Ensure that each key figure category is defined only once.
  
  
  Check Data Input: If you are inputting data manually or through a data upload, ensure that you are not duplicating key figure categories in your input data.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Functions: If you are using planning functions or processes, review the configuration to ensure that key figure categories are not being referenced multiple times.
  
  
  Modify the Record Processing Logic: If you are developing custom logic or using ABAP code, ensure that the logic does not inadvertently reference the same key figure category multiple times.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific application you are using (e.g., IBP, APO) for guidelines on key figure usage and best practices.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the record processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Key Figure Categories: These are classifications of key figures that define how data is aggregated, calculated, or displayed in planning applications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MAFWKF118 error and implement a solution to resolve it.