How To Fix RSUOM087 - Parameter row &1; source and target key figure have to be different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSUOM - BW: Conversion of Units of Measure

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Parameter row &1; source and target key figure have to be different

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSUOM087 - Parameter row &1; source and target key figure have to be different ?

  The SAP error message RSUOM087 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of key figures in a data transfer or transformation process, typically in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. The error message states that the source and target key figures must be different, which means that the system is trying to map or transfer data between two key figures that are not allowed to be the same.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mapping Configuration: The error usually arises when there is a mapping configuration issue in the transformation rules where the source and target key figures are incorrectly set to the same key figure.
  Data Transfer Process (DTP): If you are using a DTP to transfer data from one InfoProvider to another, the source and target key figures must be distinct.
  Incompatible Key Figures: The key figures may have incompatible characteristics or attributes that prevent them from being treated as different