How To Fix /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES064 - Thresholds can only be used with sparkline formatting categories

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Thresholds can only be used with sparkline formatting categories

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES064 - Thresholds can only be used with sparkline formatting categories ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/KPI_MESSAGES064 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, this error occurs when you attempt to use thresholds in a KPI that is not formatted as a sparkline.
  Cause:
  The error arises because thresholds are only applicable to KPIs that utilize sparkline formatting. If you try to apply thresholds to a KPI that is set up with a different formatting category (such as a simple numeric display or a bar chart), the system will generate this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check KPI Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings of the KPI that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the formatting category is set to "sparkline." If it is not, you will need to change it to the sparkline format.
  
  
  
  Modify Threshold Settings:
  
  If you do not want to use sparkline formatting, you can remove the threshold settings from the KPI configuration. This will eliminate the error but will also mean that you won't have the visual representation of thresholds.
  
  
  
  Create a New KPI:
  
  If necessary, create a new KPI with the correct sparkline formatting and apply the desired thresholds to it.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the KPI to ensure that it displays correctly without generating the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  KPI Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the KPI configuration options in SAP APO, including how to set formatting categories and thresholds.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant SAP documentation for detailed guidance on configuring KPIs and understanding the different formatting options available.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully configure your KPIs in SAP APO.