How To Fix FKKRATING201 - Field overflow in the net price calculation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKRATING - Error from the rating

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Field overflow in the net price calculation

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during determination of the condition conversion
factors.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKRATING201 - Field overflow in the net price calculation ?

  The SAP error message FKKRATING201 indicates a "Field overflow in the net price calculation." This error typically occurs during the processing of billing documents or when calculating the net price for a contract or invoice in the SAP system. The error suggests that the calculated value exceeds the maximum limit that can be stored in the designated field.
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Overflow: The most common cause is that the calculated net price exceeds the maximum value that can be stored in the relevant field. This can happen due to:
  
  Extremely high quantities or prices.
  Incorrectly configured pricing conditions or discounts.
  Accumulation of multiple pricing elements leading to a total that exceeds the field limit.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in pricing procedures or condition types can lead to unexpected calculations.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversions involved, fluctuations in exchange rates can also lead to unexpected high values.
  
  
  Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that modify pricing calculations, they may inadvertently cause an overflow.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Pricing Conditions: Check the pricing conditions applied to the transaction. Ensure that the values for prices, discounts, and surcharges are within reasonable limits.
  
  
  Adjust Field Lengths: If feasible, consider adjusting the field lengths in the database or configuration settings to accommodate larger values. This may require technical assistance from your SAP Basis or ABAP team.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the pricing procedure configuration in the SAP system. Ensure that the condition types and their calculations are set up correctly.
  
  
  Analyze Custom Code: If there are any custom developments affecting pricing, review the code to ensure it does not lead to excessive calculations.
  
  
  Test with Different Data: Try processing the transaction with different data sets to identify if specific values trigger the overflow.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like VK11 (Maintain Condition) or V/08 (Pricing Procedure) to review and adjust pricing conditions.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the pricing calculation process to pinpoint where the overflow occurs.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further assistance.