How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM005 - Key figure &1 does not exist in time series data type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Key figure &1 does not exist in time series data type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM005 - Key figure &1 does not exist in time series data type &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM005 Key figure &1 does not exist in time series data type &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when there is an attempt to access a key figure that is not defined in the specified time series data type.
  Cause:
  
  Key Figure Not Defined: The key figure specified in the error message (&1) is not defined in the time series data type (&2) you are trying to access. This could happen if the key figure was deleted or never created for that specific data type.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the key figure is expected to be part of the time series data type but is not included.
  Data Type Mismatch: The time series data type being referenced may not be the correct one for the key figure you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the SAP APO or IBP configuration and check if the key figure (&1) is defined for the time series data type (&2).
  If it is not defined, you may need to create it or modify the existing time series data type to include the key figure.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the time series data types and ensure that the key figure is included in the correct data type.
  If necessary, adjust the configuration to include the missing key figure.
  
  
  
  Data Type Verification:
  
  Verify that you are using the correct time series data type in your planning or reporting process. If you are using a different data type, switch to the appropriate one that includes the key figure.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage key figures and time series data types in your specific version of SAP APO or IBP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the key figure can be accessed as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSM (for time series management) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for key figure settings) to access the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the key figure is correctly defined and accessible in the specified time series data type.