How To Fix 53374 - Error in calculation guideline: &1 in line &2, column &3, symbol &4

53374 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 53 - Incentive Wages Data

• Message number: 374

• Message text: Error in calculation guideline: &1 in line &2, column &3, symbol &4

What causes this issue?

The calculation guideline is incorrect. Error &V1& has occurred in line
&V2& and column &V3& of symbol &V4&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please check that the calculation guideline has the correct syntax.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 53374 - Error in calculation guideline: &1 in line &2, column &3, symbol &4 ?

  The SAP error message 53374, which states "Error in calculation guideline: &1 in line &2, column &3, symbol &4," typically occurs in the context of SAP's calculation guidelines, often related to pricing, tax calculations, or other financial computations. This error indicates that there is an issue with the syntax or logic in the calculation guideline being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Syntax Errors: There may be a typo or incorrect syntax in the calculation guideline.
  Invalid Symbols: The error may arise from the use of invalid symbols or operators in the calculation.
  Incorrect Line/Column Reference: The line and column numbers provided in the error message may point to a specific part of the calculation guideline that is problematic.
  Data Type Mismatch: There could be a mismatch in expected data types (e.g., trying to perform arithmetic on a string).
  Missing Parameters: Required parameters or variables may not be defined or passed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review the Calculation Guideline: Check the calculation guideline for