How To Fix UMK859 - Provider measure '&1' was replaced with company measure '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMK - Measures

• Message number: 859

• Message text: Provider measure '&1' was replaced with company measure '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMK859 - Provider measure '&1' was replaced with company measure '&2' ?

  The SAP error message UMK859 indicates that a provider measure (in this case, '&1') has been replaced with a company measure (in this case, '&2'). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Analytics or SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is a mismatch or conflict between the measures being used in a report or query.
  Cause:
  
  Measure Conflict: The provider measure you are trying to use is not compatible with the company measure due to differences in data types, aggregation methods, or other attributes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the data model or query that dictate which measures can be used together.
  Data Source Changes: Changes in the underlying data source or model may have led to the provider measure being deprecated or replaced.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the provider measure, leading the system to default to the company measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Measure Compatibility: Review the definitions of both the provider measure and the company measure to ensure they are compatible. Look for differences in data types, aggregation, or other attributes.
  Update Queries: If the provider measure is no longer valid, update your queries or reports to use the company measure instead.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the data model or query to ensure that the correct measures are being referenced.
  Permissions Review: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the provider measure. If not, adjust the permissions accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidance on the measures in question and any known issues or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to SAP BW or Analytics to better understand how measures are defined and used.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.