How To Fix MW646 - No default key figure category could be determined

MW646 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 646

• Message text: No default key figure category could be determined

What causes this issue?

You want to go from creating or changing an allocation table to
generating an allocation rule.
To generate an allocation rule, in the Customizing step
<DS:SIMG.W_ZF_VK_0462.SIMG_OAUF>Define and Assign a Key Figure Category
</> you have to have created a key figure category in which the default
indicator is set.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISR_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 MW646 - No default key figure category could be determined ?

  The SAP error message MW646 ("No default key figure category could be determined") typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and forecasting applications, particularly when working with key figures in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) environments. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a default key figure category for the key figure being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The key figure category may not be defined in the system, or the configuration for the key figure is incomplete.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data related to the key figure may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine a default category.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the InfoProvider that is being used, which can prevent the system from identifying the correct key figure category.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations