How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB124 - Key figure '&1' does not exist in planning area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB -

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Key figure '&1' does not exist in planning area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB124 - Key figure '&1' does not exist in planning area ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB124 Key figure '&1' does not exist in planning area typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a key figure that is being referenced in a planning area is not defined or does not exist. This can happen during various operations, such as data retrieval, planning runs, or when trying to access specific key figures in reports or queries.
  Cause:
  
  Key Figure Not Defined: The key figure specified in the error message is not defined in the planning area you are working with.
  Incorrect Planning Area: The planning area being referenced may not be the one that contains the key figure.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the key figure name or in the configuration where the key figure is being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the planning area was recently transported from one system to another, the key figure may not have been included in the transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the key figure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the planning area configuration in SAP APO (transaction /SAPAPO/MC62).
  Verify that the key figure exists in the planning area. If it does not, you may need to create it or adjust your planning area configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Planning Area:
  
  Ensure that you are working with the correct planning area. Check the settings or parameters in the transaction or report you are using.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the spelling of the key figure name in your configuration or report. Ensure that it matches exactly with the defined key figures in the planning area.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the planning area was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including key figures, were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the key figure. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on key figures and planning areas.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/MC62: To manage planning area definitions.
  /SAPAPO/MC8A: To check key figure definitions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.