How To Fix AJ736 - Calculated amount is too large

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 736

• Message text: Calculated amount is too large

What causes this issue?

Calculated amount &v1& is greater than the maximum amount that can be
entered in the internal field for saving the net amount. This message
issued to avoid a runtime error.
This large amount can be caused by a very large
billing quantity, an extremely high price amount, or an
extremely long billing period (for time-dependent variables).

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?

Check the variables that form the basis
of billing. An incorrect dimension in the billing quantity could be the
cause (GWh instead of kWh). Normally, there is more than one cause for
this error.
If the basic variables are correct, try to keep the amounts in
each individual bill small by shortening the billing periods.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ736 - Calculated amount is too large ?

  The SAP error message AJ736, which states "Calculated amount is too large," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with amounts that exceed the system's predefined limits. This error can arise in various modules, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Asset Accounting.
  Causes:
  
  
  Exceeding Data Type Limits: The amount being processed exceeds the maximum limit defined for the data type in the SAP system. For example, if the system is using a data type that can only handle a certain number of digits, any amount exceeding that will trigger this error.
  
  
  Currency Conversion Issues: If there are currency conversions involved, the calculated amount after conversion may exceed the limits.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the financial module may impose limits on transaction amounts, which can lead to this error.
  
  
  Incorrect Input Data: User input errors, such as entering an incorrect amount or misconfigured parameters, can also lead to this issue.
  
  
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