How To Fix FRMLDLG497 - Conversion of substance price & failed; result is too high

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FRMLDLG - RMS-FRM: Dialog Messages for Formula

• Message number: 497

• Message text: Conversion of substance price & failed; result is too high

What causes this issue?

The field for the price contains 11 digits of which 2 are decimal
places. Therefore, the price can be displayed with 9 digits. The
substance price that you defined is to be converted because the unit of
measure on which the price was based did not match the one entered in
the Costs view.
The price for the substance is set so high that the conversion of the
price produces a result if it can be displayed with 9 digits.

System Response

No price is displayed for the substance in the Costs view, or the
original price that you entered is displayed.

How to fix this error?

Check the substance price that you entered and correct the values that
are too high.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FRMLDLG497 - Conversion of substance price & failed; result is too high ?

  The SAP error message FRMLDLG497 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of a substance price, and the result of that conversion is exceeding the allowable limits in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of material management, especially when dealing with pricing and valuation of materials in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  High Price Values: The price of the substance being converted is too high, leading to an overflow or exceeding the maximum limit that can be handled by the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect settings in the material master data or pricing conditions that lead to unrealistic price calculations.
  Unit of Measure Issues: The conversion factors between different units of measure may not be set up correctly, leading to inflated price calculations.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the price is being converted from one currency to another, fluctuations in exchange rates or incorrect exchange rate settings can lead to excessively high values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data for the substance in question. Ensure that the pricing information is accurate and that there are no unrealistic values entered.
  Review Pricing Conditions: Check the pricing conditions in the system to ensure they are set up correctly. Look for any conditions that may be leading to inflated prices.
  Verify Unit of Measure: Ensure that the units of measure are correctly defined and that the conversion factors are accurate. Adjust them if necessary.
  Currency Settings: If currency conversion is involved, check the exchange rate settings in the system. Make sure that the rates are up to date and correctly configured.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the changes have resolved the issue and that the pricing calculations are now within acceptable limits.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on material pricing and configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MEK1 (Create Condition), and others that may help in diagnosing and fixing the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP Material Management for further investigation.