How To Fix EEDM_CALC_INST146 - Error found in formula &1 in formula allocation &2 from &3 to &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Error found in formula &1 in formula allocation &2 from &3 to &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEDM_CALC_INST146 - Error found in formula &1 in formula allocation &2 from &3 to &4 ?

  The SAP error message EEDM_CALC_INST146 typically indicates that there is an issue with a formula used in a formula allocation. This error can occur in the context of SAP's Data Management or Planning applications, particularly when working with allocation processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that there is a problem with a specific formula identified by the placeholders &1 (the formula name), &2 (the allocation name), &3 (the start period), and &4 (the end period). The causes of this error can include:
  
  Syntax Errors: There may be a syntax error in the formula itself, such as missing operators, incorrect function usage, or invalid references.
  Invalid References: The formula may reference variables, characteristics, or key figures that do not exist or are not correctly defined.
  Data Type Mismatch: The formula may be trying to perform operations on incompatible data types (e.g., trying to add a string to a number).
  Logical Errors: There may be logical errors in