How To Fix /SAPAPO/FCST079 - Key figure aggregation of &1 and &2 is different

/SAPAPO/FCST079 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FCST -

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Key figure aggregation of &1 and &2 is different

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCST079 - Key figure aggregation of &1 and &2 is different ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCST079 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the aggregation methods of two key figures in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system. Specifically, it means that the aggregation method for the key figures being compared (denoted as &1 and &2) is different, which can lead to inconsistencies in forecasting or planning processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Different Aggregation Methods: The key figures involved may have been configured with different aggregation methods (e.g., sum, average, maximum, etc.). This can happen if the key figures are set up in different ways in the planning area or if they are derived from different sources.
  Inconsistent Configuration: Changes in the configuration of key figures or planning areas can lead to this error if not all related key figures are updated consistently.
  Data Model Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model or key figure definitions, it may result in mismatches in aggregation