How To Fix MCAL_MESSAGES077 - Inconsistency in the BW Report with KPI ID &1 (&2); see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MCAL_MESSAGES - Message Class for Marketing Calendar .

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Inconsistency in the BW Report with KPI ID &1 (&2); see long text

What causes this issue?

The KPI ID specified does not belong to the BI Report configured for
this business user role.

How to fix this error?

Correct or delete the inconsistent KPI in Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.CRMVC_MCAL_TT_TEXTS>Define Attribute Groups for Bar Text and
Tooltip</>.
Select the inconsistent <LS>Attribute Group ID</> and double-click
<LS>Assign KPIs to Attribute Group'</>.
In the KPI selection screen, correct or delete the KPI ID as per the BI
Report assigned to the role.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MCAL_MESSAGES077 - Inconsistency in the BW Report with KPI ID &1 (&2); see long text ?

  The SAP error message MCAL_MESSAGES077 indicates an inconsistency in a Business Warehouse (BW) report related to a Key Performance Indicator (KPI). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data or configuration associated with the KPI in question.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The data in the BW report may not match the expected format or values for the specified KPI. This could be due to missing data, incorrect data types, or discrepancies in the underlying data sources.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the KPI itself, such as incorrect settings in the BW query or issues with the InfoProvider.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as changes in InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or transformations, this could lead to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view certain data, leading to inconsistencies in the report.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Sources: Verify that the data sources feeding into the KPI are correct and that the data is being loaded properly. Check for any errors in the data load process.
  Review KPI Configuration: Go through the configuration of the KPI in the BW system. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the KPI is properly defined.
  Analyze the Query: If the KPI is part of a BW query, analyze the query definition to ensure that it is correctly set up and that all necessary fields are included.
  Check for Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, review those changes to ensure they have been implemented correctly and that they do not conflict with existing configurations.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the KPI. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. This can provide specific information about the nature of the inconsistency.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on troubleshooting.
  BW Documentation: Review SAP BW documentation for best practices on KPI configuration and report design.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.