How To Fix MB083 - Key figure & not in Logistics Information Library (LIL)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MB - Logistics Information Library

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Key figure & not in Logistics Information Library (LIL)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MB083 - Key figure & not in Logistics Information Library (LIL) ?

  The SAP error message MB083 indicates that a specific key figure is not found in the Logistics Information Library (LIL). This error typically arises when you are trying to access or report on a key figure that has not been defined or is not available in the LIL.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Key Figure: The key figure you are trying to use has not been defined in the LIL.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the key figure is not properly set up in the system.
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the key figure is supposed to pull data may not be correctly configured or may not contain the necessary data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the key figure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the LIL configuration and verify if the key figure is defined. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (like LIL or SIMG) to check the configuration.
  If the key figure is missing, you may need to create it or ensure it is properly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the key figure is correctly configured in the relevant InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  Check if the key figure is part of the relevant data model and is activated.
  
  
  
  Data Source Verification:
  
  Check the data source from which the key figure is supposed to pull data. Ensure that it is correctly set up and that data is being loaded into it.
  You can use transaction codes like RSA1 to check the data flow and ensure that the data is being populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the key figure. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific key figure and LIL for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Logistics Information Library (LIL): This is a component in SAP that provides a framework for reporting and analysis in logistics. It contains various key figures and metrics that are essential for logistics reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), LIL (Logistics Information Library), and SIMG (Implementation Guide) for configuration checks.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the specific key figure or LIL for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MB083 error and implement a solution.