How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TS137 - Key figure already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TS -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Key figure already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS137 - Key figure already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS137 Key figure already exists typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to create or modify a key figure in a planning area, but a key figure with the same name already exists.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Key Figure: The most common cause of this error is that you are attempting to create a new key figure with a name that is already in use within the same planning area.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the planning area setup, leading to conflicts in key figure definitions.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting changes from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be inconsistencies in the key figure definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Key Figures: 
  
  Go to the planning area in question and check the list of existing key figures. You can do this through the transaction code /SAPAPO/OM_KEYFIG or by navigating through the SAP GUI.
  If a key figure with the same name exists, you will need to either rename your new key figure or modify the existing one if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Rename the Key Figure: If you are creating a new key figure, choose a unique name that does not conflict with existing key figures.
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Key Figure: If the existing key figure is no longer needed, you can delete it or modify it as necessary. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect other processes or reports that rely on that key figure.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If this issue arises after a transport, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that there are no inconsistencies between the systems.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help resources for any specific guidelines related to key figure creation and management in your version of SAP APO.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM_KEYFIG for managing key figures and /SAPAPO/OM_TS for managing planning areas.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  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 resolve the error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS137 Key figure already exists.