How To Fix FINS_CO_VALUATION001 - Value &1 cannot be used as a price (field overflow)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CO_VALUATION - Management Accounting - Valuation

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Value &1 cannot be used as a price (field overflow)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CO_VALUATION001 - Value &1 cannot be used as a price (field overflow) ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CO_VALUATION001 indicates that a value being processed cannot be used as a price due to a field overflow. This typically occurs when the value exceeds the maximum limit that can be stored in the designated field.
  Cause:
  
  
  Field Overflow: The value being entered or calculated exceeds the maximum allowable limit for the price field in the database. This can happen if:
  
  The price is set too high (e.g., due to incorrect data entry).
  There is a calculation error that results in an unexpectedly high value.
  The configuration of the system does not allow for the range of values being processed.
  
  
  
  Data Type Limitations: The data type of the field may not support the size of the number being processed. For example, if the field is defined as a numeric type with a limited number of digits, any value exceeding that limit will trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values being entered or calculated to ensure they are within acceptable limits. If a manual entry is involved, verify that the user is not inputting an incorrect value.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the relevant module (e.g., controlling, finance) to ensure that the limits for price fields are set appropriately. This may involve:
  
  Adjusting the field settings in the relevant configuration tables.
  Ensuring that the data types used for price fields can accommodate the expected range of values.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in the application to prevent values that exceed the limits from being processed. This can help catch errors before they lead to an overflow.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the field limits and data types used in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the overflow is occurring. This may involve checking the calculations or data transformations that lead to the price being set.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling it.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Definitions: Understanding the data types and limits for price fields in your specific SAP configuration can help prevent this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to pricing and valuation in SAP, such as CK11N (Create Material Cost Estimate) or CK40N (Change Material Cost Estimate).
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is involved, review any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that may affect pricing calculations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.