How To Fix 5F013 - Overflow when calculating &

5F013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Overflow when calculating &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F013 - Overflow when calculating & ?

  The SAP error message 5F013 indicates an "Overflow when calculating &". This error typically occurs in the context of calculations involving numeric fields, where the result exceeds the maximum limit that can be stored in the designated data type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Limitations: The error often arises when the result of a calculation exceeds the maximum value that can be held by the data type being used (e.g., integer, decimal).
  Incorrect Input Values: If the input values for the calculation are too large or not within the expected range, it can lead to an overflow.
  Complex Calculations: In cases where multiple calculations are performed in sequence, intermediate results may exceed the limits before the final result is computed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the fields involved in the calculation. Ensure that they are appropriate for the values being processed. If necessary, change the data type to a larger one (e.g., from integer