How To Fix CM_BOMBOS028 - Dividing by zero is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_BOMBOS - BOMBOS

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Dividing by zero is not possible

What causes this issue?

The base quantity of the selected items of bill of material &v1& is
zero.
For the calculation of the percentage of the components, the item
quantity is divided by the base quantity. If the base quantity is zero,
the calculation will contain errors and the percentage cannot be
calculated.
&v2&

System Response

INCLUDE EHS_NA_END_GEN OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_BOMBOS028 - Dividing by zero is not possible ?

  The SAP error message CM_BOMBOS028, which states "Dividing by zero is not possible," typically occurs in the context of calculations within SAP, particularly in the areas of material management, production planning, or any module that involves mathematical computations. This error indicates that a division operation is attempting to divide a number by zero, which is mathematically undefined.
  Causes:
  
  Zero Values in Data: The most common cause is that one of the values being used in a division operation is zero. This could be due to missing data, incorrect data entry, or a calculation that results in zero.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration of certain parameters or settings in SAP can lead to situations where a zero value is used in calculations.
  Data Integrity Issues: If there are issues with the integrity of the data (e.g., missing or corrupted records), this can lead to unexpected zero values.
  Custom Code or User Exits: If there are custom programs, user exits, or enhancements that perform calculations, they may not handle zero values properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input values that are being used in the calculation. Ensure that none of the values are zero when they should not be.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to ensure that values used in calculations are not zero. This can be done through user exits or validation rules.
  Error Handling in Custom Code: If the error arises from custom code, ensure that there is proper error handling to check for zero values before performing division.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the process where the error occurs. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly and that they do not lead to zero values.
  Debugging: If the error is not easily identifiable, consider debugging the process to trace where the zero value is being introduced.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process to see if there are known issues or patches available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may want to look into specific transaction codes related to the process (e.g., MM01 for material master, CO01 for production orders).
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CM_BOMBOS028 error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.