How To Fix 53089 - Overflow during target value calculation

53089 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 53 - Incentive Wages Data

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Overflow during target value calculation

What causes this issue?

The calculated target value is too high.

System Response

The system rejects the entries.

How to fix this error?

Check the base quantity, confirmed quantity and all default values
and units.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 53089 - Overflow during target value calculation ?

  The SAP error message 53089, "Overflow during target value calculation," typically occurs in the context of planning or forecasting processes within SAP systems, particularly in modules like SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error indicates that a calculation has exceeded the maximum limit that can be handled by the system, often due to large numbers or incorrect data inputs.
  Causes:
  
  Large Data Values: The target value being calculated may be too large, leading to an overflow. This can happen if the input data contains unusually high values.
  Incorrect Configuration: Misconfiguration in planning parameters or settings can lead to calculations that exceed the system's limits.
  Data Quality Issues: Inaccurate or corrupted data in the master data or transaction data can lead to unexpected results during calculations.
  Mathematical Operations: Certain mathematical operations (like multiplication of large numbers) can lead to overflow if the resulting value exceeds the data type limits.
  
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