How To Fix MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER009 - Enter a key date.

MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER - Flexible Hierarchy message class

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Enter a key date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER009 - Enter a key date. ?

  The SAP error message MSG_FLEXIBLE_HIER009 typically indicates that a key date needs to be entered in a specific context, often related to flexible hierarchies in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or similar modules. This error can occur when you are trying to execute a report, run a query, or perform an operation that requires a key date to be specified.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires a key date to determine the context of the data being processed. A key date is essential for time-dependent data, as it helps the system understand which version of the data should be retrieved or processed based on the specified date.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Enter a Key Date: When prompted, provide a valid key date in the format required by the system (usually in the format of YYYY-MM-DD). Ensure that the date you enter is relevant to the data you are trying to access.
  
  
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