How To Fix R7571 - Key figure &1: Unit &2 is exclusively an attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 571

• Message text: Key figure &1: Unit &2 is exclusively an attribute

What causes this issue?

Key figure &V1& refers to unit &V2&, that is exclusively an attribute.

System Response

This is only permitted if the key figure itself is exclusively an
attribute, otherwise the key figure would not be usable in InfoCubes,
since the unit is not usable.

How to fix this error?

Reset the property exclusively attribute with unit &V2&.

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 R7571 - Key figure &1: Unit &2 is exclusively an attribute ?

  The SAP error message R7571 indicates that there is an issue with a key figure in your data model, specifically that the unit associated with the key figure is defined as an attribute rather than a measure. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when working with InfoObjects and key figures.
  Cause:
  The error message R7571 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to use a key figure that is associated with a unit that is defined as an attribute in the InfoObject settings.
  The system expects the unit to be a measure (numeric) but finds it defined as an attribute (non-numeric).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the InfoObject Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject maintenance transaction (e.g., RSA1 for BW).
  Locate the InfoObject that corresponds to the key figure in question.
  Check the settings for the unit associated with the key figure.
  
  
  
  Modify the Unit Definition:
  
  If the unit is incorrectly defined as an attribute, you will need to change its definition to be a measure.
  This may involve changing the data type or the properties of the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Reassign the Unit:
  
  If necessary, reassign the correct unit to the key figure that is defined as a measure.
  Ensure that the unit is compatible with the key figure's data type.
  
  
  
  Check Aggregation and Calculation:
  
  Ensure that any calculations or aggregations involving the key figure and its unit are correctly defined.
  Review any queries or reports that utilize this key figure to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the production environment after thorough testing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on InfoObjects, key figures, and units.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7571 error and ensure that your key figures and units are correctly defined in your SAP environment.