How To Fix 32058 - Calculation type &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 32 - HR: Public Sector Austria

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Calculation type &1 is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 32058 - Calculation type &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message "32058 Calculation type &1 is not defined" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost calculations, pricing, or other financial computations. This error indicates that the system is trying to use a calculation type that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The calculation type referenced by the error message (indicated by &1) has not been set up in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration tables.
  Incorrect Input: The calculation type may have been incorrectly specified in the transaction or program that triggered the error.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have been incorrectly transported.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may be referencing a calculation type that does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., SPRO) and verify that the calculation type is defined.
  For example, if this is related to cost calculation, check the settings under Controlling (CO) -> Cost Element Accounting or Cost Center Accounting.
  
  
  
  Define the Calculation Type:
  
  If the calculation type is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This typically involves defining the calculation type in the appropriate configuration area.
  Consult the SAP documentation or your functional consultant for the specific steps to define a new calculation type.
  
  
  
  Review Input Data:
  
  Check the transaction or program that triggered the error to ensure that the correct calculation type is being used.
  Validate any input data or parameters that may be influencing the calculation type.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), or SE80 (for development objects) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on calculation types and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.