How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM374 - Key figure description for key figure &1 is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 374

• Message text: Key figure description for key figure &1 is inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM374 - Key figure description for key figure &1 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM374 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the key figure description for a specific key figure in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the key figure's attributes or settings do not match the expected configuration or when there are discrepancies in the data model.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Key Figure Definition: The key figure may have been defined with attributes that do not align with the data model or planning area.
  Missing or Incorrect Descriptions: The description for the key figure may be missing or incorrectly defined in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the key figure was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to inconsistencies.
  Changes in Configuration: Recent changes in the configuration of the planning area or key figures may not have been properly updated or synchronized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Definition: Go to the key figure definition in the SAP APO system and verify that all attributes and settings are correctly defined. Ensure that the key figure description is present and accurate.
  
  Transaction Code: /SAPAPO/TSM (to access the key figure settings).
  
  
  
  Consistency Check: Use the consistency check tools available in SAP APO to identify and rectify any inconsistencies in the planning area or key figures.
  
  Transaction Code: /SAPAPO/TSM ? Use the "Check" function to validate the key figure.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Logs: If the key figure was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate issues during the transport process.
  
  
  Recreate Key Figure: If the issue persists, consider deleting and recreating the key figure to ensure that it is correctly defined.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to key figure definitions and configurations for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about the configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Key Figures in SAP APO: Key figures are essential components in SAP APO that represent quantitative data used in planning processes. They can be defined with various attributes such as data type, aggregation method, and time series characteristics.
  Planning Areas: A planning area in SAP APO is a logical grouping of key figures, characteristics, and other elements that define a specific planning scenario.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency related to the key figure description in SAP APO.