How To Fix FTVV_MESSAGES662 - Overflow occurred while calculating the new commitment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTVV_MESSAGES - Reporting Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 662

• Message text: Overflow occurred while calculating the new commitment

What causes this issue?

An overflow occurred during the calculation of the <LS>new commitment
</>. Therefore the system set the value of the <LS>new commitment</> to
zero.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES662 - Overflow occurred while calculating the new commitment ?

  The SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES662 indicates that an overflow occurred while calculating the new commitment in the system. This typically happens when the system attempts to process a value that exceeds the maximum limit that can be handled by the data type used in the calculation. This can occur in various financial transactions, especially when dealing with large amounts or when there are multiple commitments being processed simultaneously.
  Causes:
  
  Large Amounts: The most common cause is that the total commitment amount exceeds the maximum limit for the data type used in the calculation (e.g., integer overflow).
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings in the financial module may not be set up correctly, leading to unexpected calculations.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or excessive data entries in the relevant fields can lead to overflow situations.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs or issues in the specific version of SAP you are using that could lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Amounts: Review the amounts being processed to ensure they are within acceptable limits. If you are dealing with large transactions, consider breaking them down into smaller amounts.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the financial module to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes reviewing commitment management settings.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entries to ensure there are no erroneous or excessive values that could lead to overflow.
  Update SAP: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as these may contain fixes for known issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance or known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check relevant transaction codes that deal with commitments, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or FMX1 (Create Commitment).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FTVV_MESSAGES662 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the overflow error and implement a solution to resolve it.