How To Fix EEDM_CALC_INST099 - Calculation running; formula allocations cannot be maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Calculation running; formula allocations cannot be maintained

What causes this issue?

Formula allocations are currently being calculated. This means that you
cannot change formula allocations online at the current time.

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?

Wait until the calculation run has been unlocked by the calculation.
Calculation runs with errors are not automatically unlocked.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDM_CALC_INST099 - Calculation running; formula allocations cannot be maintained ?

  The SAP error message EEDM_CALC_INST099 indicates that a calculation is currently running, and as a result, formula allocations cannot be maintained. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Data Management or Planning applications, where calculations are performed based on predefined formulas.
  Cause:
  
  Ongoing Calculation: The primary cause of this error is that a calculation process is currently active. When a calculation is running, the system locks the relevant data and prevents any changes to the formula allocations to ensure data integrity.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users or processes are trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, it can lead to this error.
  Long-Running Calculations: Sometimes, calculations may take longer than expected due to large data volumes or complex formulas, leading to extended periods where the formula allocations cannot be modified.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait until the current calculation process completes. You can check the status of the calculation in the relevant transaction or monitoring tool.
  Check Running Processes: Use transaction codes like SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for any running background jobs that might be causing the lock. If you identify a job that is taking too long, you may need to investigate further.
  Terminate Long-Running Jobs: If a job is stuck or taking an unusually long time, you may consider terminating it (if appropriate) to free up the system for other operations. Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  Review System Performance: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the system performance and optimizing the calculations or the underlying data model to reduce processing time.
  User Communication: If multiple users are involved, communicate with them to ensure that they are not trying to run conflicting processes simultaneously.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as EEDM (for Data Management) and SM37 (for job monitoring).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP's support portal can provide additional insights and solutions.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module you are working with (e.g., SAP BW, SAP BPC) to understand how calculations and formula allocations are managed.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.