How To Fix /RPM/CONFIGURATION046 - Metric and view type must be assigned to the same metric group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /RPM/CONFIGURATION -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Metric and view type must be assigned to the same metric group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /RPM/CONFIGURATION046 - Metric and view type must be assigned to the same metric group ?

  The SAP error message /RPM/CONFIGURATION046 indicates that there is a mismatch between the metric type and the view type in the configuration of a metric in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Resource and Portfolio Management (RPM) module, where metrics are used to measure and analyze various aspects of project performance.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A metric is defined with a specific metric type (e.g., financial, non-financial) but is assigned to a view type that does not correspond to the metric type's group.
  The configuration settings for the metric and the view type are not aligned, leading to inconsistencies in how data is reported or displayed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Metric Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the metric in question.
  Verify the metric type assigned to the metric and ensure it is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check View Type Configuration:
  
  Review the view type that is being used with the metric.
  Ensure that the view type is compatible with the metric type. This may involve checking the settings in the RPM configuration to see which metric types are allowed for the specific view type.
  
  
  
  Align Metric and View Types:
  
  If there is a mismatch, either change the metric type to one that is compatible with the view type or adjust the view type to match the metric type.
  Make sure that both the metric and the view type belong to the same metric group.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the metrics are displayed correctly in the views.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct configurations, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources specific to the RPM module for guidance on metric and view type configurations.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on metric and view type configurations.
  Training and Resources: Consider training sessions or resources on SAP RPM to better understand how metrics and views are configured and managed.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your metrics and views are correctly configured in SAP.