How To Fix MCAL_MESSAGES078 - Inconsistency found in BW destination 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: 078

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

What causes this issue?

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

How to fix this error?

Correct or delete the inconsistent KPI in Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.CRMV_MCAL_GRP>Define Grouping Rule</>.
Select the inconsistent <LS>Grouping Rule ID</> and double-click
<LS>Assign Attribute or KPI to Grouping Rule.</>
In the KPI selection screen, correct or delete the KPI ID as per the BI
Destination assigned to this business user 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_MESSAGES078 - Inconsistency found in BW destination with KPI ID &1 (&2); see long text ?

  The SAP error message MCAL_MESSAGES078 indicates that there is an inconsistency found in the BW (Business Warehouse) destination related to a specific KPI (Key Performance Indicator) ID. This error typically arises in the context of data extraction or reporting when the system detects that the configuration or data related to the KPI is not aligned or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The KPI may not be properly configured in the BW system, leading to inconsistencies in the data model.
  Data Source Problems: The data source associated with the KPI might be incorrectly set up or not available.
  Transport Issues: If the KPI was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The underlying data for the KPI may be incomplete or missing, causing the inconsistency.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the BW system and the source system, leading to discrepancies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the KPI in the BW system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Validate Data Sources: Ensure that the data sources linked to the KPI are correctly set up and that they are active.
  Transport Check: If the KPI was recently transported, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data in the BW system to identify any missing or incomplete records.
  Review Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. This can provide specific information about what is inconsistent and how to address it.
  Rebuild or Refresh: If necessary, consider rebuilding or refreshing the data for the KPI to ensure that it is up to date and consistent.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  BW Monitoring Tools: Utilize BW monitoring tools to analyze the data flow and identify where the inconsistency may be occurring.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.