How To Fix EFORMULA024 - The interval length of output profile &2 is not equidistant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 024

• Message text: The interval length of output profile &2 is not equidistant

What causes this issue?

In order to be able to convert different interval lengths into one
another in formula profile calculation, they must be equidistant.

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?

Check your Customizing settings.
INCLUDE ISU_PENCIL OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EFORMULA024 - The interval length of output profile &2 is not equidistant ?

  The SAP error message EFORMULA024 indicates that there is an issue with the output profile in a formula or calculation where the interval lengths are not equidistant. This typically occurs in scenarios involving time series data, forecasting, or any calculations that require consistent intervals.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the output profile defined for a calculation or forecast does not have equal spacing between the intervals. For example, if you are trying to create a time series forecast and the intervals (e.g., days, months) are not evenly distributed, SAP will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Output Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the output profile in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code MC87 for forecasting).
  Ensure that the intervals defined in the output profile are equidistant. For example, if you are using monthly intervals, ensure that each month is represented consistently.
  
  
  
  Adjust Interval Settings:
  
  If you find that the intervals are not equidistant, modify them to ensure they are consistent. This may involve changing the frequency of the intervals or adjusting the start and end dates.
  
  
  
  Review Data Input:
  
  Check the input data that is being used for the calculation. Ensure that the data itself does not have irregularities that could affect the output profile.
  
  
  
  Test with Sample Data:
  
  After making adjustments, test the output profile with sample data to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring output profiles and handling time series data.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after making the necessary adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MC87 (Forecasting) or MC88 (Forecasting: Display) to manage output profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the EFORMULA024 error in SAP.