How To Fix CPE234 - Formula Evaluation Routine &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE - Commodity Pricing Engine

• Message number: 234

• Message text: Formula Evaluation Routine &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE234 - Formula Evaluation Routine &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CPE234, which states "Formula Evaluation Routine &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost planning or cost center accounting. This error indicates that the system is trying to reference a formula evaluation routine that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Formula Evaluation Routine: The specified formula evaluation routine (denoted by &1) is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the routine was deleted or not transported correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning or costing process may not be set up correctly, leading to the system looking for a non-existent routine.
  Transport Issues: If the routine was recently transported from another system (e.g., from a development to a production environment), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Existence: Verify if the formula evaluation routine exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKC7 (for planning) or OKC9 (for cost center accounting) and check the list of available formula evaluation routines.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore the Routine: If the routine does not exist, you may need to create it:
  
  Use transaction code OKC7 to create a new formula evaluation routine if necessary.
  If the routine was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or re-implement it based on the original specifications.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to the planning or costing process to ensure that they are correctly set up to reference the appropriate formula evaluation routine.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the routine was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the routine was included. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on creating and managing formula evaluation routines.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKC7 (for formula evaluation routines) and OKC9 (for cost center planning).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify formula evaluation routines in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.