How To Fix EEDM_CALC_INST018 - Internal error compressing transaction for prof. &1 in form. alloc &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDM_CALC_INST - IS-U: EDM Messages for Calculating Formula Instances

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Internal error compressing transaction for prof. &1 in form. alloc &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDM_CALC_INST018 - Internal error compressing transaction for prof. &1 in form. alloc &2 ?

  The SAP error message EEDM_CALC_INST018 indicates an internal error that occurs during the compression of a transaction for a specific profitability segment in a form allocation. This error typically arises in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when the system encounters issues while processing data.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data being processed, which can lead to errors during compression.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the Profitability Analysis module can lead to errors during data processing.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that have not been applied, leading to unexpected behavior.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient system resources (like memory or processing power) can cause internal errors during complex calculations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Verify the integrity of the data involved in the transaction. Look for any inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the Profitability Analysis