How To Fix CMS_RE_VAL007 - Formula for building parts and costs cannot be validated; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_RE_VAL - Real estate valuation

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Formula for building parts and costs cannot be validated; see long text

What causes this issue?

A formula defined to operate on each building part and cost failed.

System Response

System does not evaluate the formula any further. It returns a null
value.

How to fix this error?

Check the following:
The component with formula on the rows of building parts and costs.
The usage of this component in other places.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the recursive formula evaluation process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_RE_VAL007 - Formula for building parts and costs cannot be validated; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CMS_RE_VAL007 indicates that there is an issue with the formula used for building parts and costs in the context of the SAP system, particularly in the area of Cost Management or Product Costing. This error typically arises when the system is unable to validate the formula due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Syntax Errors: The formula may contain syntax errors or invalid expressions that prevent it from being processed correctly.
  Missing Components: Required components or variables in the formula may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch in data types (e.g., trying to perform arithmetic operations on non-numeric values).
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the cost calculation or formula validation may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or validate the formula.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Formula Syntax: Review the formula for any syntax errors. Ensure that all operators and functions are used correctly.
  Validate Components: Ensure that all components and variables used in the formula are defined and available in the system.
  Data Type Verification: Check that all variables used in the formula are of the correct data type and compatible with the operations being performed.
  Review Configuration Settings: Verify the configuration settings related to cost calculation and ensure they are correctly set up.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the validation and access the relevant data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidelines on formula creation and validation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Text: The error message may have a long text associated with it that provides additional details about the specific issue. You can access this by clicking on the message or using the appropriate function in SAP to view the long text.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CK11N (Create Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Change Cost Estimate) where this error might occur.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CMS_RE_VAL007 error in your SAP system.