How To Fix FI_CCEE_AFLE001 - Arithmetic overflow occured. Output could not be generated correctly.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_CCEE_AFLE - CCEE AFLE(Amount Field Length Extension)

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Arithmetic overflow occured. Output could not be generated correctly.

What causes this issue?

Arithmetic overfow can occur in following situations:
- amount was too large to fit legally defined column layout
- amount summary was too large to fit legally defined column layout

System Response

Error is displayed, report processing is stopped.

How to fix this error?

Check the amounts in relevant documents.
If the amounts are correct contact SAP Support.

Procedure for System Administrators

Exception details:
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI_CCEE_AFLE001 - Arithmetic overflow occured. Output could not be generated correctly. ?

  The SAP error message FI_CCEE_AFLE001 indicates that an arithmetic overflow has occurred during a financial calculation, which prevents the system from generating the expected output correctly. This error typically arises in financial applications where calculations involve large numbers or when the data types used in calculations exceed their defined limits.
  Causes:
  
  Large Values: The most common cause is that the values being processed exceed the maximum limit of the data type used (e.g., integer, decimal).
  Incorrect Data Types: Using inappropriate data types for calculations can lead to overflow. For example, using a small integer type for large financial figures.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in financial modules or settings that do not accommodate the expected data range.
  Data Corruption: Corrupted data in the database can also lead to unexpected results and overflows.
  Custom Code: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not handle large values correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Values: Review the data being processed to ensure that it does not exceed the expected limits. Look for unusually large amounts or incorrect entries.
  Adjust Data Types: If you have control over the data types used in calculations, consider using larger data types (e.g., switching from integer to long integer or decimal).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the relevant financial modules to ensure they are set up to handle the expected range of values.
  Debug Custom Code: If the error is occurring in custom code, debug the code to identify where the overflow is happening and adjust the logic or data types accordingly.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks to prevent invalid or excessively large data from being processed.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates that fix known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to analyze the code or function modules involved in the process.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial calculations and data types to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the arithmetic overflow error and implement a suitable solution.