How To Fix R7B086 - Referenced demand key figure is missing

R7B086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7B - BW Metadata (InfoCube, InfoObject, InfoObject catalog)

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Referenced demand key figure is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7B086 - Referenced demand key figure is missing ?

  The SAP error message R7B086, which states "Referenced demand key figure is missing," typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the configuration of key figures in your planning model.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Key Figure: The error indicates that a key figure that is referenced in a planning function or calculation is not defined in the planning model. This could happen if the key figure was deleted or not included in the model.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning function or process might be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent key figures.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, such as adding or removing key figures, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Key Figure Definitions: Go to the key figure settings in your planning model and verify that the referenced key figure exists. If it