How To Fix /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN012 - Key figure name may not be changed

/SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Key figure name may not be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN012 - Key figure name may not be changed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN012 indicates that there is an attempt to change the name of a key figure in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, which is not allowed. This restriction is in place because key figures are integral to the planning process, and changing their names can lead to inconsistencies and confusion in the data model.
  
  Cause:
  
  Key Figure Name Change Attempt: The error occurs when a user tries to rename an existing key figure in the APO system.
  System Restrictions: SAP has built-in restrictions to prevent changes to key figure names after they have been created and used in planning scenarios, as this can affect existing data, reports, and planning functions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Avoid Renaming: The simplest solution is to avoid attempting to rename the key figure. If you need a key figure with a different name, consider creating a new key figure instead.
  Create a New Key Figure: If the requirement