How To Fix FRMLCALC002 - Overflow during conversion in field &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLCALC - Formula Calculations

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Overflow during conversion in field &1

What causes this issue?

An overflow occurred during the conversion of a floating-point value to
the field &V1&.

System Response

The value could not be converted.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different unit to display the values so that smaller numeric
values result.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLCALC002 - Overflow during conversion in field &1 ?

  The SAP error message FRMLCALC002: Overflow during conversion in field &1 typically occurs during calculations or data conversions in SAP, particularly when dealing with fields that have numeric values. This error indicates that the value being processed exceeds the allowable range for the data type of the field.
  Causes:
  
  Data Type Limitations: The field in question may have a defined data type (e.g., integer, decimal) that cannot accommodate the value being assigned to it. For example, if a field is defined as a 4-byte integer, it can only hold values from -2,147,483,648 to 2,147,483,647.
  Calculation Errors: If a calculation results in a value that exceeds the maximum limit of the target field, this error can occur. This is common in financial calculations where large sums are involved.
  Incorrect Data Input: If the data being processed is incorrect or not validated properly, it may lead to overflow errors.
  Data Conversion Issues: When converting data from one type to another (e.g., from a string to a number), if the string represents a value that is too large, it can cause an overflow.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the fields involved in the calculation. Ensure that they are appropriate for the values being processed. If necessary, change the data type to a larger one (e.g., from integer to decimal).
  Validate Input Data: Implement validation checks to ensure that the data being processed does not exceed the limits of the target fields. This can include checks before performing calculations.
  Review Calculations: Analyze the calculations being performed to identify any potential for overflow. Consider breaking down large calculations into smaller parts or using intermediate variables with larger data types.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution of the program and identify where the overflow occurs. This can help pinpoint the exact field and operation causing the issue.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to gracefully manage situations where overflow might occur, providing meaningful error messages or fallback logic.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Data Dictionary: Review the Data Dictionary (SE11) to understand the definitions and constraints of the fields involved in the error.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to analyze the relevant programs or function modules that may be causing the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the overflow error and implement a suitable solution.