How To Fix CI257 - Operation &: Product of task list factor x execution factor is too big

CI257 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI - Plant maintenance task list messages

• Message number: 257

• Message text: Operation &: Product of task list factor x execution factor is too big

What causes this issue?

The product of <ZH>task list factor x execution factor</> of operation
&V1& exceeds the output format of the execution factor (3 figures).

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?

Reduce the task list factor or the execution factor of
<DS:GLOS.operation>operation</> &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CI257 - Details

• The SAP error message CI257 indicates that the product of the task list factor and the execution factor exceeds the maximum allowable limit. This error typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, particularly when dealing with task lists, routings, or production orders.
  
  Cause:
  
  Task List Factor: This is a value that represents the time or resources allocated for a specific operation in a task list.
  Execution Factor: This is a multiplier that can be applied to the task list factor, often used to adjust for different production conditions or requirements.
  Exceeding Limits: The combination of these two factors results in a value that exceeds the system's predefined limits, which can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Task List and Execution Factors:
  
  Check the values set for the task list factor and the execution factor in the relevant routing or task list.
  Ensure that these values are realistic and within acceptable limits.
  
  
  
  Adjust Factors:
  
  If the product of