How To Fix GS074 - Problem in formula line &2. Inserting not possible.

GS074 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Problem in formula line &2. Inserting not possible.

What causes this issue?

You tried to insert a line when editing a set. However, by doing so
the set line &V1& would receive a line number greater than 999.
This is not valid as long as the set line is used in the formula line
&V2&

System Response

Your attempt to insert a line was rejected.

How to fix this error?

You can avoid the problem with one the following:
Do not insert the line or insert the line below the line &V1&.
Change the formula line &V2&, so that the line &V1& is no longer used
in it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS074 - Problem in formula line &2. Inserting not possible. ?

  The SAP error message GS074 ("Problem in formula line &2. Inserting not possible.") typically occurs in the context of SAP's formula processing, particularly in the areas of SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Product Costing. This error indicates that there is an issue with a formula line in a cost estimate or a similar calculation, which prevents the system from inserting or processing the formula correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Syntax Errors: There may be a syntax error in the formula line, such as incorrect operators or missing elements.
  Invalid References: The formula may reference variables or fields that do not exist or are not defined correctly.
  Data Type Mismatch: The formula may be trying to perform operations on incompatible data types.
  Formula Logic Issues: The logic of the formula may be flawed, leading to an inability to process it.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the formula in the system, such as missing settings or