How To Fix R7423 - Key figure &1 is of invalid type &2

R7423 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 423

• Message text: Key figure &1 is of invalid type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7423 - Key figure &1 is of invalid type &2 ?

  The SAP error message R7423 indicates that there is an issue with a key figure in your data model or reporting structure. Specifically, it states that the key figure you are trying to use is of an invalid type. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Key Figure Type: The key figure you are trying to use may not be compatible with the operation you are performing. For example, if a key figure is defined as a text or a non-numeric type, but you are trying to perform a calculation or aggregation that requires a numeric type.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as incorrect definitions or mappings of key figures.
  Versioning Issues: If there have been changes to the data model or key figures, and the report or query has not been updated accordingly,