How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP_PI047 - Key figure is used in macro and therefore may not be removed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP_PI -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Key figure is used in macro and therefore may not be removed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_PI047 - Key figure is used in macro and therefore may not be removed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_PI047 Key figure is used in macro and therefore may not be removed typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with key figures in the context of planning macros.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that you are trying to delete or modify a key figure that is currently being used in a planning macro. In SAP APO, macros are used to automate planning processes, and if a key figure is referenced in a macro, it cannot be removed or deleted until the macro is modified to no longer reference that key figure.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Macro: Determine which macro is using the key figure in question. You can do this by checking the macros defined in the relevant planning area or by reviewing the macro definitions.
  
  
  Modify the Macro: Once you have identified the macro, you will need to either:
  
  Remove the reference to the key figure from the macro.
  Modify the macro logic to not depend on the key figure you wish to delete.
  
  
  
  Test the Macro: After making changes to the macro, test it to ensure that it still functions as expected without the key figure.
  
  
  Delete or Modify the Key Figure: Once the macro no longer references the key figure, you can proceed to delete or modify the key figure as needed.
  
  
  Documentation: It’s a good practice to document any changes made to macros and key figures for future reference and to inform other users of the planning area.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Macro Management: Familiarize yourself with how macros are created and managed in SAP APO. This includes understanding the various components of a macro and how they interact with key figures.
  Key Figure Configuration: Review the configuration of key figures in your planning area to understand their dependencies and usage.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes and the official SAP documentation for any additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your key figures and macros effectively in SAP APO.