How To Fix CM_EHENV_CDEF053 - Period for recalculation is too long for manual calculation mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHENV_CDEF -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Period for recalculation is too long for manual calculation mode

What causes this issue?

You want to recalculate manually a changed calculation setup with
inconsistent results. To avoid further inconsistent results, the system
allows recalculation for the entire period only. For this reason, you
are not allowed to specify a period in the manual calculation wizard
(the period is read-only and preset). However, the preset period is too
long for manual calculation.

System Response

The system cannot carry out the calculation in manual mode.

How to fix this error?

You must change the calculation mode to automatic.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHENV_CDEF053 - Period for recalculation is too long for manual calculation mode ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHENV_CDEF053 indicates that the period set for recalculation in a manual calculation mode is too long. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, particularly when dealing with calculations related to compliance, risk assessments, or other environmental metrics.
  Cause:
  
  Long Time Frame: The recalculation period defined in the settings exceeds the maximum allowable duration for manual calculations. This could be due to user-defined settings or defaults that are not appropriate for the type of calculation being performed.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured incorrectly, leading to an inappropriate period being set for recalculation.
  Data Volume: If the data volume for the specified period is too large, it may exceed system capabilities for manual calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust the Recalculation Period:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP EHS module.
  Reduce the recalculation period to a more manageable timeframe that is supported for manual calculations.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the manual calculation mode. Ensure that the parameters set for recalculation periods align with the system's capabilities.
  Consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator for the maximum allowable periods for manual calculations.
  
  
  
  Use Automatic Calculation Mode:
  
  If applicable, consider switching to an automatic calculation mode, which may handle longer periods more effectively than manual calculations.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for setting recalculation periods.
  
  
  
  System Performance:
  
  If the issue is related to data volume, consider optimizing the data or breaking it down into smaller segments for recalculation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP EHS Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the EHS module to understand the parameters and limitations regarding recalculation periods.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Support: If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context for further troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message CM_EHENV_CDEF053 and successfully perform the necessary calculations within the SAP EHS module.