Forecast release

Hi All..
when I release my forecast from DP to SNP... it has to be released to a 'customised keyfigure'. How do I accomplish this task? Is there any setting by which I can make sure that the forecast is released to 'custom keyfigure' defined by business?
Thanks
Pooja

Hi Pooja ,
In the keyfigure assignement you need to specify souce and target keyfigure in tcode : /SAPAPO/MC90.
here target key figure is your custmoised key figure .
Also in data transfer details select forecast.
and make sure you have assigned right forecast category to customised key figure in planning area like FA.
Click on release extended on that screen you will see keyfigure button click on it .
Manish
Edited by: Manish Kumar Rathi on Sep 11, 2008 4:29 PM

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