What is 'key figure category' in SAP CO-OM-CCA - Cost Center Accounting?

key figure category - Overview

• Component: CO-OM-CCA

• Component Name: Cost Center Accounting

• Description: An indicator for statistical key figures that determines whether their values should be interpreted as fixed values key figure category 1 or totals key figure category 2. Fixed values remain the same for all periods, whereas totals are valid only for the period in which they are defined.

key figure category - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A key figure category is a component of the Cost Center Accounting (CO-OM-CCA) module in SAP. It is used to group key figures together and assign them to cost centers. Key figures are numerical values that are used to measure and analyze the performance of cost centers. Examples of key figures include costs, revenues, and profits. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In order to use key figure categories, you must first create them in the SAP system. This can be done by navigating to the CO-OM-CCA module and selecting the “Create Key Figure Category” option. Once created, you can assign key figures to cost centers by selecting the “Assign Key Figures” option. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating key figure categories, it is important to consider how they will be used in order to ensure that they are properly organized and easy to understand. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all key figures are assigned correctly in order to ensure accurate analysis of cost center performance. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on key figure categories, please refer to the SAP Help documentation on Cost Center Accounting (CO-OM-CCA). Additionally, there are many online resources available that provide detailed information on how to use key figure categories in SAP.