How To Fix UPC_FW165 - Key figure &1 does not have SUM as the aggregation type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC_FW - Messages for Planning Framework, Areas, Levels and Packages

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Key figure &1 does not have SUM as the aggregation type

What causes this issue?

You have included key figure &1 in your planning level. The key figure d
oes not have SUM as the aggregation type or exception aggregation.
In BPS, SUM is the only aggregation type that is used.
This has the following result:
If SUM has been defined as the normal aggregation behavior for key figur
e &1, but a different aggregation type has been defined as the exception
aggregation, this only affects the way that the totals are displayed in
the planning layout. In contrast to BW Reporting, the system ignores the
exception aggregation; the values are always totaled in BPS,
irrespective of the exception aggregation type that is defined for the
key figure.
If the normal aggregation for the key figure is not SUM but MIN or MAX,
the consequences are more extensive. When the InfoCube is compressed, th
e aggregation type that is defined for the key figure is used. The data
entered in planning is changed in accordance with the aggregation
behavior of the key figure.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

If the key figure does not have SUM as the exception aggregation, note t
he information given above about how totals will be displayed.
If the key figure has an aggregation type other than SUM defined as the
normal aggregation, remove the key figure from the planning level. If yo
u do not remove the key figure from the planning level, incorrect data
may be produced when the InfoCube is compressed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC_FW165 - Key figure &1 does not have SUM as the aggregation type ?

  The SAP error message UPC_FW165 indicates that there is an issue with the aggregation type of a key figure in a planning application. Specifically, it states that the key figure in question does not have "SUM" as its aggregation type, which is required for certain operations in the context of planning and forecasting.
  Cause:
  
  Aggregation Type Mismatch: The key figure is expected to be aggregated using the SUM method, but it has been defined with a different aggregation type (e.g., AVERAGE, MAX, MIN, etc.).
  Configuration Error: There may be a configuration error in the planning model or the key figure settings that needs to be addressed.
  Data Model Design: The design of the data model may not align with the requirements of the planning application, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Figure Settings:
  
  Go to the key figure definition in the planning model.
  Verify the aggregation type of the key figure. If it is not set to SUM, change it to SUM.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Model:
  
  If the key figure is part of a planning model, ensure that the model is designed to use SUM for the relevant key figures.
  Review the planning functions and ensure they are compatible with the aggregation types of the key figures involved.
  
  
  
  Recreate Key Figure:
  
  If changing the aggregation type is not feasible due to business requirements, consider creating a new key figure with the correct aggregation type and updating the planning functions accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to key figure configuration and aggregation types to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the planning functions to ensure that the error is resolved and that the planning application behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP planning applications to better understand key figure configurations and best practices.
  
  By addressing the aggregation type of the key figure and ensuring it aligns with the requirements of your planning application, you should be able to resolve the UPC_FW165 error.