How To Fix EFORMULA005 - The profile value category of input parameter &1 cannot be processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EFORMULA - Messages for EDM Formula Instance Calculation

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The profile value category of input parameter &1 cannot be processed

What causes this issue?

You entered a profile for input parameter &v1& whose profile value
category does not correspond to the one defined in formula &v2&.

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?

INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EFORMULA005 - The profile value category of input parameter &1 cannot be processed ?

  The SAP error message EFORMULA005 indicates that there is an issue with the profile value category of an input parameter in a formula. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's planning and forecasting applications, such as SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The input parameter specified in the formula does not have a valid profile value category assigned to it.
  The profile value category is not compatible with the operations being performed in the formula.
  There may be a mismatch between the expected data type and the actual data type of the input parameter.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EFORMULA005 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Parameter Configuration:
  
  Verify that the input parameter &1 is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that the profile value category assigned to the input parameter is appropriate for the formula being executed.
  
  
  
  Review Formula Logic:
  
  Examine the formula where the error occurs to ensure that the logic is correct and that all input parameters are valid.
  Make sure that the operations being performed on the input parameter are compatible with its data type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Profile Value Categories:
  
  If necessary, adjust the profile value categories in the configuration settings to ensure they align with the requirements of the formula.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  Run tests with sample data to see if the error persists. This can help isolate whether the issue is with specific data or the formula itself.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring input parameters and profile value categories.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a technical expert who specializes in SAP planning applications.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to the specific SAP module you are working with, as they may provide insights into proper configuration and usage of formulas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EFORMULA005 error in your SAP environment.