How To Fix AO_PLANNING012 - Internal field overflow: delete revenue and save

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO_PLANNING - Message Class for Project WGRS-4B4R6S

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Internal field overflow: delete revenue and save

What causes this issue?

Text copied from message AO_PLANNING 010
During the update of the change document, the system internally
identifies the difference between the newly entered plan value and the
old plan value. After currency translation from &V2& to &V3&, this
difference exceeds the maximum number of places before the decimal
place (&V1&).

System Response

Transferring the value is not possible.

How to fix this error?

If the old plan value was already updated, first delete the old plan
value and then save. When you call the transaction again, the transfer
of the plan value is possible. If plan values have not yet been updated
for the year in question, then saving is not necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO_PLANNING012 - Internal field overflow: delete revenue and save ?

  The SAP error message AO_PLANNING012, which states "Internal field overflow: delete revenue and save," typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and budgeting functionalities, particularly in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other planning-related modules. This error indicates that there is an overflow in the internal data fields, which can happen when the values being processed exceed the limits defined for those fields.
  Causes:
  
  Data Overflow: The most common cause is that the revenue or other financial figures being processed exceed the maximum allowable value for the data type defined in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Users may have entered incorrect or excessively high values in the planning or budgeting transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning application or the data model that leads to unexpected behavior.
  Data Corruption: In some cases, data corruption or inconsistencies in the database can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review and Adjust Values: Check the values being entered in the planning application. If they are excessively high, consider adjusting them to fit within the acceptable range.
  Delete Excessive Revenue Entries: As suggested by the error message, you may need to delete or adjust the revenue entries that are causing the overflow. This can be done through the planning transaction where the error occurred.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the planning application to ensure that they are set up correctly and that the data types are appropriate for the values being processed.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to prevent users from entering values that could lead to overflow issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that address this specific error. There may be updates or fixes available that can resolve the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They may be able to provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and the context of the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KPF6 (Profitability Analysis Planning), or others related to your planning scenario.
  Data Types: Understand the data types used in your planning application, including their limits, to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  User Training: Provide training to users on how to enter data correctly in the planning application to minimize the risk of errors.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing preventive measures, you can reduce the likelihood of encountering the AO_PLANNING012 error in the future.