How To Fix /SAPAPO/OUTLDET170 - Specified history keyfigure &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OUTLDET -

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Specified history keyfigure &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET170 - Specified history keyfigure &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET170 indicates that there is an issue with a specified history key figure in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when the system cannot find or recognize the key figure that has been specified in the planning or forecasting process.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Key Figure: The key figure specified does not exist in the system or is not defined in the relevant planning area.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning area or data view may not be correctly configured to include the specified key figure.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or the way key figures are linked to the planning area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified key figure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition:
  
  Go to the key figure definition in the SAP APO system and verify that the key figure exists and is correctly defined in the planning area you are working with.
  Ensure that the key figure is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the planning area to ensure that the key figure is included in the relevant data views.
  If necessary, modify the planning area to include the key figure.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Model:
  
  Ensure that the data model is correctly set up and that the key figure is properly linked to the planning area.
  If there are any inconsistencies, consider re-creating or adjusting the data model.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the key figure. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on key figure management and troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  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/MC73 (for planning area maintenance) to check and modify key figures.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET170.