How To Fix FRMLAPI118 - Error occurred when saving the formulas

FRMLAPI118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLAPI - RMS-FRM: API Messages for Formula

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Error occurred when saving the formulas

What causes this issue?

You have changed formula data and tried to save using the <ZK>formula
</> <ZK>business object</> and its methods, but an error occcurred.

System Response

The data is not saved.

How to fix this error?

Contact your technical support.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLAPI118 - Error occurred when saving the formulas ?

  The SAP error message FRMLAPI118 indicates that there was an error when attempting to save formulas in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when working with formula management in SAP applications like SAP ERP or SAP S/4HANA.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Validation Issues: The formula being saved may contain invalid data or references that do not comply with the expected format or rules.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary permissions to save changes to formulas.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the formula management module or related settings in the SAP system.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system performance issues.
  Concurrent Access: Another user may be editing the same formula, leading to conflicts when trying to save changes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Formula Syntax: Review the formula for any syntax errors or invalid references. Ensure that all components of