How To Fix C0605 - Phase &, instr. &: Invalid parameter in formula &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C0 - PP-PI: Messages for PI Sheet and Syntax Checker

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Phase &, instr. &: Invalid parameter in formula &

What causes this issue?

The process instruction &V2& for phase &V1& of the process order
contains the formula &V3&. This formula contains an invalid formula
parameter.

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?

INCLUDE 'NA_HA_TST' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
RESET N1
Check and, if necessary, correct the definition of the formula in the
process order.
INCLUDE 'NA_STREZ_NEU' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
<DS:TRAN.COR2>Change process order</>
INCLUDE 'NA_HA_PROD' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
RESET N1
Errors in the process instruction cannot be corrected for the current
PI sheet.
Deactivate the process instruction in the PI sheet.
If necessary, manually calculate the value.
Manually create the process message to be used for reporting the value.
<DS:TRAN.CO57>Create message</>
INCLUDE 'NA_PLNREZ_HINW' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
<DS:TRAN.C202>Change master recipe</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C0605 - Phase &, instr. &: Invalid parameter in formula & ?

  The SAP error message C0605, which states "Phase &, instr. &: Invalid parameter in formula &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's production planning or process management modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with a formula used in a routing or a production process, specifically related to the parameters defined in that formula.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Formula Parameters: The formula defined for a particular operation or phase may contain parameters that are not valid or do not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the routing or the production process may have been set up incorrectly, leading to references to non-existent or incorrectly defined parameters.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master, routing, or work center data.
  Changes in Master Data: If there have been recent changes to the master data (like changes in formulas or parameters), it may lead to this error if the changes are not properly reflected in the relevant transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Formula: Review the formula associated with the operation or phase that is causing the error. Ensure that all parameters used in the formula are valid and correctly defined.
  Validate Parameters: Ensure that all parameters referenced in the formula exist in the system and are correctly configured. This may involve checking the relevant master data (e.g., material master, routing, work center).
  Review Routing and Work Center: Check the routing and work center settings to ensure that they are correctly set up and that there are no discrepancies.
  Test Changes: If changes were made to the master data, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the formula syntax and valid parameters.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error details and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CA01 (Create Routing), CA02 (Change Routing), or CA03 (Display Routing) to review and modify the routing.
  Master Data Maintenance: Ensure that the relevant master data is maintained correctly in transactions like MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), or CR01 (Create Work Center).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the C0605 error in your SAP system.