How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA428 - NO key figure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 428

• Message text: NO key figure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA428 - NO key figure ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA428 NO key figure typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a key figure that is expected in a planning function or a query is not found. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Key Figure: The key figure that is being referenced in the planning function or query does not exist in the data model or has not been defined properly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the planning area may not include the key figure, or it may have been deleted or renamed.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data model, such as missing or incorrectly defined key figures in the planning area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the key figure.
  Transport Issues: If the key figure was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the planning area configuration and verify that the key figure exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the key figure is active and included in the planning area.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Function:
  
  If the error occurs during the execution of a planning function, check the function's configuration to ensure that it references the correct key figures.
  Modify the planning function if necessary to include the correct key figures.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the function has the necessary authorizations to access the key figure.
  
  
  
  Data Model Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on the planning area to identify any issues with the key figures.
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/TS to check the consistency of the planning area.
  
  
  
  Transport Logs:
  
  If the key figure was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  
  Recreate Key Figure:
  
  If the key figure is missing and cannot be found, consider recreating it in the planning area.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  /SAPAPO/TS for checking the consistency of the planning area.
  /SAPAPO/MC62 for maintaining key figures in the planning area.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on key figures and planning area configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the /SAPAPO/MA428 NO key figure error and implement a suitable solution. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.