How To Fix C0868 - #NAME?

C0868 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 868

• Message text: #NAME?

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& is marked as a value to be calculated in the
process instruction you have selected. However, characteristic &V1& is
not a numeric characteristic. For this, its value cannot be calculated.

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?

Mark a numeric characteristic as the value to be calculated.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C0868 - #NAME? ?

  The SAP error message C0868 with the description #NAME?? typically indicates that there is an issue with a formula or function in an Excel spreadsheet that is being used in conjunction with SAP. This error usually arises when Excel cannot recognize a function or name used in a formula, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Add-ins: The required Excel add-ins for SAP (like SAP Analysis for Office) may not be installed or activated.
  Incorrect Function Names: The formula may contain a function name that is not recognized by Excel, possibly due to a typo or using a function that is not available in the version of Excel being used.
  Corrupted Excel File: The Excel file may be corrupted, leading to issues with formula recognition.
  Language Settings: If the Excel language settings do not match the language of the SAP system, it may lead to function name mismatches.
  Version Compatibility: There may be compatibility issues