How To Fix CM_EHENV_CDEF030 - Recalculating this period will override existing calculated data

CM_EHENV_CDEF030 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHENV_CDEF -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Recalculating this period will override existing calculated data

What causes this issue?

You are editing a calculation definition. You are changing the data
period of an existing calculation. If you apply your changes, your
previous calculation results will be overwritten by the new results.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CM_EHENV_CDEF030 - Details

• The SAP error message CM_EHENV_CDEF030 indicates that there is an attempt to recalculate a period in a context where existing calculated data will be overridden. This typically occurs in the context of Environmental Health (EH) or similar modules where data integrity is crucial, and recalculating can lead to loss of previously calculated results.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Calculated Data: The error arises when there is already calculated data for the specified period, and the system is trying to recalculate it without first clearing or archiving the existing data.
  Data Integrity Concerns: The system is designed to prevent unintentional loss of data, hence it raises this warning to ensure that users are aware of the implications of their actions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Existing Data: Before proceeding with the recalculation, review the existing calculated data for the period in question. Determine if it is necessary to keep this data or if it can be safely overridden.
  Backup Data: If the existing