How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB017 - Key figure &1 does not exist in data view &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Key figure &1 does not exist in data view &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB017 - Key figure &1 does not exist in data view &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB017 Key figure &1 does not exist in data view &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when a key figure that is being referenced in a data view is not defined or does not exist in the specified data view.
  Cause:
  
  Key Figure Not Defined: The key figure specified in the error message (&1) is not defined in the data view (&2).
  Incorrect Data View: The data view being referenced may not be the correct one where the key figure is supposed to exist.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the data view itself.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the key figure may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the key figure definition in the planning area and verify that the key figure exists and is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the key figure is active and not in a deleted or inactive state.
  
  
  
  Verify Data View:
  
  Check the data view configuration to ensure that it includes the key figure in question.
  If the key figure is supposed to be part of the data view, you may need to add it.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning area is correctly configured and that all necessary key figures are included in the relevant data views.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all objects related to the key figure and data view were transported correctly.
  You may need to re-transport the relevant objects or check the transport logs for errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP APO or IBP you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for key figure maintenance) or /SAPAPO/MC63 (for data view maintenance) to access the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on key figures and data views in APO/IBP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.