How To Fix R7543 - Key figure &1 has obsolete type &2: Type set to &3, data type to &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 543

• Message text: Key figure &1 has obsolete type &2: Type set to &3, data type to &4

What causes this issue?

Key figure &V1& is of obsolete type key figure type '&V2&'.

System Response

The key figure type is set to '&V3&' and the data type is set to
'&V4&'.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7543 - Key figure &1 has obsolete type &2: Type set to &3, data type to &4 ?

  The SAP error message R7543 indicates that a key figure in your data model has an obsolete type. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when there are changes in the data model or when certain key figures are no longer supported due to updates or changes in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Key Figure Type: The key figure you are trying to use has been marked as obsolete in the system. This can happen due to updates in the SAP system or changes in the data model.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the underlying data model or the way data is structured can lead to certain key figures being deprecated.
  Incompatibility: The key figure may be incompatible with the current version of the SAP system or the data model you are using.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Key Figure Definition: Review the definition of the key figure in the data model. You may need to update it to a supported type.
  Update Data Model: If the key figure is obsolete, consider replacing it with a new key figure that serves the same purpose but is supported in the current version of SAP.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or release notes for the specific version you are using to understand the changes made to key figures and data types.
  Adjust Queries/Reports: If the key figure is used in queries or reports, you may need to adjust those to use the new key figure or modify the logic accordingly.
  Data Type Adjustment: The error message indicates that the type has been set to a new value. Ensure that the new type and data type are appropriate for your use case.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on how to handle obsolete key figures.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Upgrade: If this issue arose after a system upgrade, review the upgrade documentation for any changes related to key figures and data types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7543 error and ensure that your data model is up to date with the current standards in SAP.