How To Fix FRMLCALC021 - Calculation of primary output not possible; reference values are missing

FRMLCALC021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLCALC - Formula Calculations

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Calculation of primary output not possible; reference values are missing

What causes this issue?

You have set the <DS:DE.FRMLE_EVAP_FLG>Evaporation/Absorption</>
indicator for the current formula but you have not specified the
quantity or the proportion of total solids of the primary output. The
system cannot therefore calculate the primary output.

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?

Enter either a quantity or the proportion of total solids of the primary
output. If you want the system to calculate the primary output without
specifying the total solids, deselect the <LS>Evaporation/Absorption</>
indicator.

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 FRMLCALC021 - Calculation of primary output not possible; reference values are missing ?

  The SAP error message FRMLCALC021 indicates that there is an issue with the calculation of a primary output in a formula, specifically that reference values required for the calculation are missing. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's formula calculation functionality, which is often used in areas like production planning, costing, or material requirements planning.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Values: The primary cause of this error is that the formula requires certain reference values (like input quantities, parameters, or other data) that are not available or have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The formula or calculation might be incorrectly configured, leading to missing links to the necessary data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transactional data that the formula relies on.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reference Values: Review the formula and