How To Fix GS761 - Overflow with formula evaluation of &

GS761 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 761

• Message text: Overflow with formula evaluation of &

What causes this issue?

The result of the formula evaluation is too large or too small for the
target field.

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?

The initial value of the field is used for further processing instead
of the calculated value.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS761 - Overflow with formula evaluation of & ?

  The SAP error message GS761, which states "Overflow with formula evaluation of &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's reporting tools, such as SAP Query or SAP Report Painter/Writer. This error indicates that a calculation or formula has exceeded the allowable limits for numerical values during evaluation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Large Numerical Values: The formula may be attempting to process numbers that are too large for the data type being used, leading to an overflow.
  Complex Formulas: If the formula is overly complex or involves multiple calculations, it may inadvertently lead to an overflow.
  Data Type Mismatch: Using incompatible data types in calculations can also result in overflow errors.
  Incorrect Aggregation: If the formula involves aggregation functions (like SUM, AVG, etc.), and the resulting value exceeds the maximum limit for the data type, it can trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Formula: Check the formula for any potential issues. Simplify it if possible, or break it down into