How To Fix FRMLCALC012 - Formula does not contain any items with the evap. or absorption substance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLCALC - Formula Calculations

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Formula does not contain any items with the evap. or absorption substance

What causes this issue?

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

With evaporation or absorption, the substance that is specified in the
environment parameter
<DS:TX.RMS_IMG_ENV-FRML_DEF_EVAP_SU>FRML_DEF_EVAP_SUBID</> in
Customizing for <LS>Recipe Management</> is yielded or absorbed. The
system takes this substance into account when determining the
composition.
Examples:
In a formula, 10 liters evaporate. 20 liters of the evaporation
substance go into the formula. 10 liters of the evaporation substance
are then left in the composition.
In a formula, 20 liters evaporate. 10 liters of the evaporation
substance go into the formula. 10 liters of evaporation substance then
remain that cannot be offset against any substance item and are
therefore displayed in the composition as evaporation.
If no substance from the evaporation or absorption exists in the formula
or if all items of this substance are zero in the formula, the system
cannot offset the evaporation or absorption against the corresponding
substance items.

System Response

To avoid a division by zero, the system terminates the evaporation
calculation and does not change the specified evaporation in the
composition.
In the <LS>Composition</> and <LS>Ingredients</> formula views, the
system converts the evaporation to a negative input item. This enables
you to transfer the calculated data to the data that is to be entered
manually.

How to fix this error?

If required, add the substance for evaporation or absorption to the
relevant input items.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLCALC012 - Formula does not contain any items with the evap. or absorption substance ?

  The SAP error message FRMLCALC012 indicates that a formula in the system does not contain any items that are classified as either an evaporation or absorption substance. This error typically arises in the context of formula management, particularly when dealing with chemical substances in SAP's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Substance Definition: The formula you are trying to use may not have any components defined as evaporation or absorption substances. This could be due to incorrect or incomplete data entry.
  Incorrect Formula Configuration: The formula may not be set up correctly in the system, leading to the absence of required components.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity of the substances or the formula itself, such as missing links or incorrect classifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Formula Components:
  
  Go to the formula in question and review its components. Ensure that at least one of the components is classified as an evaporation or absorption substance.
  If necessary, add the appropriate substances to the formula.
  
  
  
  Review Substance Classifications:
  
  Check the classification of the substances used in the formula. Ensure that they are correctly classified as evaporation or absorption substances in the system.
  If a substance is missing the correct classification, update it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Validate Formula Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the formula is configured correctly in the system. This includes checking the settings and parameters associated with the formula.
  If you find any discrepancies, correct them and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly set up formulas and manage substances.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the formula again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is often encountered in modules related to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Material Management (MM), or Environmental Health and Safety (EHS).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as C201 (Create Formula) or C202 (Change Formula) to manage formulas effectively.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to modify formulas and substances in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP PLM or EHS for further assistance.