How To Fix FRE406 - Value overflow. Check promotion &1, material &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRE - F&R CON R/3 - Messages

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Value overflow. Check promotion &1, material &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRE406 - Value overflow. Check promotion &1, material &2. ?

  The SAP error message FRE406, which states "Value overflow. Check promotion &1, material &2," typically occurs in the context of SAP's promotion management or pricing functionality. This error indicates that a calculation related to a promotion or pricing condition has exceeded the allowable limits for numerical values in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Large Numerical Values: The most common cause of this error is that the calculated value (e.g., discount, price, or quantity) exceeds the maximum limit that can be stored in the relevant data type.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the promotion or pricing conditions, leading to unexpected calculations.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or extreme values entered for promotions or materials can lead to overflow situations.
  System Limitations: The underlying data types in the database may have limitations that are being exceeded due to the calculations involved.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Promotion Configuration: Check the configuration of the promotion (identified by &1) and ensure that the parameters set do not lead to excessively high values.
  Check Material Data: Review the material (identified by &2) to ensure that its pricing and promotion-related data are correctly set up and do not contain extreme values.
  Adjust Calculation Logic: If custom logic is involved in the promotion calculations, review the code to ensure it handles large values appropriately and does not lead to overflow.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks to ensure that values entered for promotions and materials are within reasonable limits.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling it.
  Increase Data Type Limits: If feasible, consider adjusting the data types used in calculations to accommodate larger values, though this may require development effort and thorough testing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for promotion management and pricing to understand the limits and configurations better.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like VK11 (Create Condition) or VK12 (Change Condition) to review and adjust pricing conditions.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the promotion logic to identify where the overflow occurs.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups to see if others have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP pricing and promotions.