How To Fix /SCA/TSDM053 - Key figure is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCA/TSDM -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Key figure is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCA/TSDM053 - Key figure is initial ?

  The SAP error message /SCA/TSDM053 Key figure is initial typically occurs in the context of SAP's Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules. This error indicates that a key figure (a specific metric or measure used in planning and analysis) is not initialized or does not contain any data for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Available: The key figure you are trying to access or manipulate does not have any data populated. This could be due to a lack of transactions or data entries in the relevant time period.
  Incorrect Planning Version: You might be working with a planning version that does not have any data associated with it.
  Data Transfer Issues: There may have been issues during data transfer processes (like data loads from other systems) that resulted in missing data for the key figure.
  Filters or Selections: The filters or selections applied in your query or report may be too restrictive, leading to no data being returned.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify if there is data available for the key figure in the relevant time period. You can do this by checking the underlying data tables or using transaction codes like S/4HANA or APO to view the key figure data.
  Review Planning Version: Ensure that you are using the correct planning version that contains the necessary data. You can switch to a different version if needed.
  Data Load Verification: If you suspect data transfer issues, check the data load processes to ensure that data has been successfully loaded into the system. You may need to re-run data loads or check for errors in the data transfer logs.
  Adjust Filters: Review and adjust any filters or selection criteria you are using in your report or query to ensure they are not excluding relevant data.
  Initialization: If the key figure is supposed to have data but is still showing as initial, you may need to initialize or populate it manually or through a batch job.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCC4 (Client Administration), S/4HANA (for data checks), or APO transaction codes for planning and analysis.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand how key figures are defined and populated.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the /SCA/TSDM053 Key figure is initial error in your SAP environment.