How To Fix CKPRCH004 - Arithmetical overflow for material &1 in currency &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKPRCH - Message for price changes

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Arithmetical overflow for material &1 in currency &2

What causes this issue?

The price field for material &v1& in currency &v2& is too small.

System Response

The price was not changed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKPRCH004 - Arithmetical overflow for material &1 in currency &2 ?

  The SAP error message CKPRCH004, which states "Arithmetical overflow for material &1 in currency &2," typically occurs during the processing of material valuation or cost calculations in the Controlling (CO) module, particularly in the context of Product Costing. This error indicates that a calculation has resulted in a value that exceeds the maximum limit that can be handled by the system for the specified data type.
  Causes:
  
  Large Values: The most common cause of this error is that the calculated value for the material (e.g., cost, price, or quantity) is too large for the data type used in the calculation. This can happen if there are very high quantities or prices involved.
  Incorrect Configuration: Misconfiguration in the material master data, such as incorrect unit of measure or currency settings, can lead to unexpected calculations.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries of extremely high values in the material master or during transactions can lead to overflow situations.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If there are issues with currency conversion rates or if the rates are set incorrectly, it can lead to inflated values during calculations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the affected material (indicated by &1) to ensure that all values, especially prices and quantities, are within reasonable limits.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the system related to material valuation and currency settings. Ensure that the settings are appropriate for the business context.
  Adjust Values: If the error is due to specific transactions or entries, consider adjusting the values to ensure they are within the acceptable range.
  Check Currency Rates: Verify the currency conversion rates in the system to ensure they are accurate and not leading to inflated calculations.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is causing the error to identify the specific calculation that is leading to the overflow.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Types: Understand the data types used in SAP for currency and quantity fields, as they have specific limits that can lead to overflow.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on material valuation and cost calculations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) and CK40N (Change Cost Estimate) to troubleshoot the issue effectively.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CKPRCH004 error and implement a solution to resolve it.