How To Fix W0019 - One key figure category must be maintained as a default

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W0 - Customizing - ISR

• Message number: 019

• Message text: One key figure category must be maintained as a default

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W0019 - One key figure category must be maintained as a default ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W0019 - One key figure category must be maintained as a default
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs in SAP when you are working with key figure categories (often in the context of planning layouts, reports, or InfoProvider definitions) and have not designated any one of the key figure categories as the default category. SAP requires that exactly one key figure category be marked as the default to ensure proper processing and display of key figures.
  
  Explanation:
  
  Key figure categories are used to group key figures logically.
  One of these categories must be flagged as the default so that SAP knows which category to use when no specific category is selected.
  If none is set as default, or if multiple are set as default, the system issues this warning.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the key figure categories in your configuration or planning layout.
  Set exactly one key figure category as the default:
  
  Go to the transaction or customizing node where key figure categories are maintained (e.g., in planning layouts or InfoProvider maintenance).
  Select the key figure category that should be the default.
  Mark the checkbox or flag for "Default" or "Set as Default".
  
  
  Save your changes.
  Re-run the process or report to confirm the warning no longer appears.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is a warning (W0019), not an error, so it may not stop processing but should be corrected to avoid unexpected behavior.
  The default key figure category is important for:
  
  Planning layouts in SAP BW.
  Reporting where key figures are grouped.
  Ensuring consistent data display and processing.
  
  
  If multiple categories are marked as default, you may get a similar warning or error.
  This setting is typically found in:
  
  SAP BW (Business Warehouse) planning layouts.
  InfoProvider or query design.
  Customizing for key figure categories.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: No key figure category is set as default.
  Solution: Set exactly one key figure category as the default in the relevant configuration.
  Impact: Ensures proper handling and display of key figures in reports and planning.
  
  
  If you provide the exact context (e.g., transaction code, module, or process), I can give more tailored instructions.