How To Fix CPE505 - New formula evaluation has led to different result than previous one

CPE505 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE - Commodity Pricing Engine

• Message number: 505

• Message text: New formula evaluation has led to different result than previous one

What causes this issue?

Not all of the detailed data displayed during formula analysis is saved
persistently in the database. The system performs a new formula
evaluation to generate all detailed data for the formula analysis. For
the data saved persistently in the database<(>,<)> the system compares
the results of this new evaluation with the data in the database.

System Response

The system has found that the data saved persistently in the database
and the results of the new evaluation differ.

How to fix this error?

When you analyze the details of the formula evaluation, keep in mind
that these results do not match the results of the previous evaluation.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE505 - New formula evaluation has led to different result than previous one ?

  The SAP error message CPE505, which states "New formula evaluation has led to different result than previous one," 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 a new formula or calculation has produced a result that differs from a previously stored or expected result, which can lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting or planning.
  Causes:
  
  Formula Changes: The most common cause is that the formula used for calculations has been modified. This could be due to changes in the underlying data, adjustments in the formula logic, or updates to the parameters used in the formula.
  Data Changes: Changes in the master data or transaction data that the formula relies on can lead to different results. For example, if cost elements, activity types, or other relevant data have been altered, the outcome of the formula may change.
  Versioning Issues: