How To Fix UMK143 - The measure '&' is already active, but with different content

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMK - Measures

• Message number: 143

• Message text: The measure '&' is already active, but with different content

What causes this issue?

You attempted to activate the measure &V1&. This measure has already
been activated with different content.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can choose in the following dialog whether you want to overwrite
the active measure.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMK143 - The measure '&' is already active, but with different content ?

  The SAP error message UMK143 indicates that there is an issue with a measure that is already active in the system but has different content than what is being attempted to activate. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA when dealing with measures in a data model or InfoProvider.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Duplicate Measure Definition: The measure you are trying to activate is already defined in the system, but its definition (e.g., data type, aggregation method, or other properties) differs from the existing one.
  Inconsistent Metadata: There may be inconsistencies in the metadata of the measure, possibly due to changes made in the underlying data model or InfoProvider.
  Transport Issues: If the measure was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might be discrepancies between the systems.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UMK143 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Measures: 
  
  Go to the relevant InfoProvider or data model and check the existing measures. Ensure that the measure you are trying to activate does not already exist with a different definition.
  
  
  
  Compare Definitions: 
  
  If the measure exists, compare its definition with the one you are trying to activate. Look for differences in properties such as data type, aggregation, or any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Measure: 
  
  If you find discrepancies, you can either:
  
  Modify the existing measure to match the new definition you want to activate.
  Rename the new measure if it is intended to be a different measure altogether.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete and Recreate: 
  
  If the existing measure is not needed, you can delete it (if permissible) and then activate the new measure.
  
  
  
  Transport Consistency: 
  
  If the issue is related to transport, ensure that all relevant objects are transported correctly and consistently across systems.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: 
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to the existing measure that could be causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BW or HANA documentation for best practices on managing measures and InfoProviders.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UMK143 error and implement a suitable solution.