How To Fix MAHD202 - Invalid query definition; key figure &2 is missing or incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MAHD - Messages for Alternative Historical Data

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Invalid query definition; key figure &2 is missing or incorrect

What causes this issue?

In the definition of the <DS:GLOS.3618788B6BCA5D02E10000009B38F983>query
</> for method &SYST-MSGV1& and analytical application 'Forecast' (004)
that is set for the use of
<DS:GLOS.70086ED0D946154EBC7C6B32697A9C30>alternative historical data</>
(AHD), key figure &SYST-MSGV2& is missing in the expected format.

System Response

Loading of alternative historical data (AHD) from SAP BW is cancelled
for this query.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of query &SYST-MSGV1& in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MAHD202 - Invalid query definition; key figure &2 is missing or incorrect ?

  The SAP error message MAHD202, which states "Invalid query definition; key figure &2 is missing or incorrect," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue with a query definition in a report or analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Key Figure: The key figure referenced in the error message (&2) is not defined in the InfoProvider or the query definition. This could happen if the key figure was deleted or not included in the data model.
  Incorrect Key Figure: The key figure may be incorrectly defined, such as having the wrong data type or aggregation method.
  Query Definition Issues: The query itself may have been modified or corrupted, leading to inconsistencies in the key figures.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data source (like InfoObjects or InfoProviders) that affect the key figures can also lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain key figures.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Query Definition: Open the query in the Query Designer and verify that the key figure (&2) is correctly defined and included in the query.
  Validate Key Figures: Ensure that the key figure exists in the InfoProvider and is correctly configured. Check for any changes in the data model that might have affected it.
  Rebuild the Query: If the query is corrupted, consider rebuilding it from scratch or restoring it from a backup if available.
  Check Data Source: Ensure that the underlying data source (InfoProvider) is active and correctly configured. If there have been recent changes, validate that they are correctly reflected in the query.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the key figure. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations settings.
  Transport Issues: If the query was transported from one system to another, ensure that all dependencies (like InfoObjects) were also transported correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSRT (Query Monitor) to test the query and see if it runs without errors.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on query design and key figure definitions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any troubleshooting steps you have already taken.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the MAHD202 error in your SAP environment.