How To Fix CPE_IPC571 - Formula references not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 571

• Message text: Formula references not found

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE_IPC571 - Formula references not found ?

  The SAP error message CPE_IPC571, which states "Formula references not found," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Integrated Planning (IP) or Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) environments. This error indicates that a formula or calculation in your planning model is referencing a variable, characteristic, or key figure that cannot be found or is not defined correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect References: The formula may reference a characteristic or key figure that does not exist in the planning model or has been deleted.
  Typographical Errors: There may be typos in the formula where the names of the variables or key figures are misspelled.
  Model Changes: If the planning model has been modified (e.g., characteristics or key figures added or removed), existing formulas may become invalid.
  Data Source Issues: The data source for the formula may not be correctly set up or may not be accessible.
  Versioning Issues: If you are working with different versions of the planning model, the formula may reference elements that exist in one version but not in another.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Formula Syntax: Review the formula for any syntax errors or typos. Ensure that all referenced variables and key figures are correctly spelled and exist in the model.
  Validate Model Structure: Ensure that all characteristics and key figures referenced in the formula are present in the planning model. If any have been removed or renamed, update the formula accordingly.
  Recreate the Formula: If the formula is complex, consider recreating it from scratch to ensure that all references are valid.
  Check Data Sources: Verify that the data sources used in the formula are correctly configured and accessible.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific formula and its requirements.
  Test in a Development Environment: If possible, test changes in a development or sandbox environment before applying them to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP Integrated Planning or BPC to better understand how to manage formulas and references.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP planning solutions for further assistance.