How To Fix CPE_IPC556 - Parameters &2 are missing for formula evaluation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE_IPC - CPE: Message Class for Pricing Engine Part

• Message number: 556

• Message text: Parameters &2 are missing for formula evaluation

What causes this issue?

An error occurred with the commodity pricing engine (CPE) during FA
procedure determination, formula assembly, formula evaluation, or
formula analysis.

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?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

The error occurred with the following object:
Pricing Condition Type, Term Number: &V1&
The following parameters are missing: &V2&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE_IPC556 - Parameters &2 are missing for formula evaluation ?

  The SAP error message CPE_IPC556, which states "Parameters &2 are missing for formula evaluation," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Integrated Planning (IP) or Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) environments. This error indicates that a required parameter for a formula or calculation is not provided, which prevents the system from executing the formula correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parameters: The most common cause is that the formula being evaluated requires certain parameters that have not been defined or passed correctly.
  Incorrect Formula Definition: The formula itself may be incorrectly defined, leading to missing references or parameters.
  Data Model Issues: There may be issues with the data model or planning object that prevent the parameters from being recognized.
  User Input Errors: If the formula relies on user input, it’s possible that the user did not provide all necessary inputs.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Formula Definition: Review the formula in the planning model to ensure that all required parameters are defined correctly.