How To Fix AIS_STDREP214 - Layout &1, area &2: Formula &3 is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AIS_STDREP - Messages for Standard Reporting on Results Database

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Layout &1, area &2: Formula &3 is incorrect

What causes this issue?

The formula contains an error. No values can be calculated for the
formula in the Analyzer Information System.

System Response

The relevant column for the formula is not displayed in the table in the
Analyzer Information System.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of the formula.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AIS_STDREP214 - Layout &1, area &2: Formula &3 is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message AIS_STDREP214 indicates that there is an issue with a formula in a report layout. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's reporting tools, such as SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Analytics Cloud, where custom formulas are used in report layouts.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Formula Syntax: The formula defined in the report layout may have syntax errors or may not conform to the expected format.
  Invalid References: The formula might reference fields or variables that do not exist or are incorrectly named.
  Data Type Mismatch: The formula may be trying to perform operations on incompatible data types (e.g., trying to perform arithmetic on a string).
  Missing Data: The data required for the formula to execute may be missing or not available in the context of the report.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Formula Syntax: Review the formula for any syntax errors. Ensure that it follows the correct syntax rules for the reporting tool you are using.
  Validate Field References: Ensure that all fields and variables referenced in the formula are correctly named and exist in the data model.
  Data Type Verification: Check the data types of the fields being used in the formula. Ensure that they are compatible for the operations being performed.
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the formula with sample data to see if it produces the expected results. This can help identify specific issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific formula functions and their usage.
  Debugging Tools: Use any available debugging tools within the SAP environment to trace the execution of the formula and identify where it fails.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training Resources: Consider training or tutorials on SAP reporting tools to better understand how to create and troubleshoot formulas.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP reporting for further assistance.