How To Fix /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN018 - Key figure &1 is used as a promotion key figure; Cannot delete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Key figure &1 is used as a promotion key figure; Cannot delete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN018 - Key figure &1 is used as a promotion key figure; Cannot delete ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN018 indicates that you are trying to delete a key figure that is being used as a promotion key figure in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when you attempt to remove or modify a key figure that is still linked to a promotion structure, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the key figure you are trying to delete is currently being utilized in a promotion key figure setup. Promotion key figures are used in planning scenarios to aggregate or manipulate data based on certain conditions, and SAP prevents the deletion of key figures that are actively in use to maintain data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage: Determine where the key figure is being used as a promotion key figure. You can do this by checking the promotion key figure settings in the relevant planning area or planning book.
  
  
  Remove from Promotion: If you confirm that the key figure is indeed being used in a promotion, you will need to remove it from the promotion key figure configuration. This can typically be done in the SAP APO system by navigating to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the key figure in other configurations or planning books.
  
  
  Delete Key Figure: Once the key figure has been removed from all promotions and dependencies, you should be able to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the production environment after testing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for key figure settings) or /SAPAPO/FCS_ADMIN (for managing promotion key figures) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing key figures and promotions in SAP APO.
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to test the planning book or area to ensure that the removal of the key figure does not adversely affect your planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the key figure in question.