How To Fix NPA_CO002 - Statistical key fig. &1 is not defined in controlling area &2

NPA_CO002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NPA_CO - Messages CO Interface

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Statistical key fig. &1 is not defined in controlling area &2

What causes this issue?

You tried to post a value for a statistical key figure that is not
defined in CO.

System Response

The value of this key figure cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NPA_CO002 - Statistical key fig. &1 is not defined in controlling area &2 ?

  The SAP error message NPA_CO002 indicates that a statistical key figure (SKF) is not defined in the specified controlling area. This error typically occurs when you are trying to use a statistical key figure in a transaction or report, but the system cannot find the definition for that key figure in the specified controlling area.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Definition: The statistical key figure has not been defined in the controlling area you are working with.
  Incorrect Controlling Area: You may be using the wrong controlling area where the SKF is not defined.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typo or error in the SKF code or the controlling area code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Statistical Key Figure:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Statistical Key Figures -> Define Statistical Key Figures.
  Check if the SKF you are trying to use is listed. If not, you will need to