How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TS261 - Historical key figure description: Ref. to proportional figure broken

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TS -

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Historical key figure description: Ref. to proportional figure broken

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS261 - Historical key figure description: Ref. to proportional figure broken ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS261 related to historical key figures in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) indicates that there is an issue with the reference to a proportional figure. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid reference for the proportional key figure, which is necessary for calculations or data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Data: The reference key figure that the proportional figure is supposed to relate to may not exist or may not have been properly defined.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from correctly calculating or referencing the proportional key figure.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the key figure definitions or in the planning area can lead to this error.
  Time Period Issues: The time periods for which the data is being processed may not align correctly, leading to broken references.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Key Figure Definitions: Verify that the key figures involved are correctly defined in the planning area. Ensure that the proportional key figure has a valid reference key figure.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify any missing or inconsistent entries. This can often be done through transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TS or similar.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the planning area and ensure that all necessary settings for key figures are correctly set up.
  Reprocess Data: If the error occurred during a data processing step, consider reprocessing the data or recalculating the key figures to see if the issue resolves itself.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM for key figure management and /SAPAPO/TS for data consistency checks.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any known issues or fixes.
  Training and Documentation: Review SAP training materials or documentation on key figure management in APO to better understand how to configure and troubleshoot key figures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SAPAPO/OM_TS261 error message.