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How To Fix UMK168 - The measure '&1' was not found in any other functions


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: UMK - Measures

  • Message number: 168

  • Message text: The measure '&1' was not found in any other functions

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMK168 - The measure '&1' was not found in any other functions ?

    The SAP error message UMK168 indicates that a specific measure (identified by &1) could not be found in any other functions within the context of your SAP application. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics Cloud when working with queries, reports, or data models.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Measure: The measure you are trying to use in your query or report does not exist in the data model or InfoProvider you are working with.
    2. Incorrect Naming: There might be a typo or incorrect naming convention used when referencing the measure.
    3. Data Model Changes: The measure may have been removed or renamed in the underlying data model or InfoProvider.
    4. Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access the measure.
    5. Contextual Issues: The measure might not be available in the context of the specific query or report you are trying to run.

    Solution:

    1. Verify Measure Existence: Check the data model or InfoProvider to ensure that the measure exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant InfoObject or data model in the SAP BW or Analytics Cloud environment.
    2. Check Naming: Ensure that the measure name is spelled correctly and follows the correct naming conventions.
    3. Review Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data model, review the change logs or documentation to see if the measure was modified or removed.
    4. Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the measure. You may need to contact your SAP administrator to verify your access rights.
    5. Contextual Re-evaluation: If the measure is context-dependent, ensure that you are using it in the correct context. This may involve checking the filters or parameters applied in your query or report.

    Related Information:

    • SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific version of SAP BW or Analytics Cloud for more detailed information on measures and data modeling.
    • SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and to find potential solutions.
    • Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to explore InfoProviders and measures.
    • Debugging: If you have access, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution of the query and identify where the error occurs.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UMK168 error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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