How To Fix IFW009 - The result of CPE formula evaluation is inconsistent

IFW009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IFW - Invoice forecasting worklist

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The result of CPE formula evaluation is inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IFW009 - The result of CPE formula evaluation is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message IFW009, which states "The result of CPE formula evaluation is inconsistent," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Convergent Charging (CC) or Convergent Invoicing (CI) modules. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the evaluation of a CPE (Charging and Pricing Engine) formula, which can arise from various issues.
  Causes:
  
  Formula Logic Errors: The formula defined in the CPE may have logical errors or may not be correctly structured, leading to inconsistent results.
  Data Inconsistencies: The data being used in the formula may be inconsistent or missing, which can lead to unexpected results.
  Parameter Issues: The parameters passed to the formula may not be valid or may not match the expected types or formats.
  Versioning Issues: If there are multiple versions of the formula or if the formula has been recently changed, there may be conflicts or outdated references.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the CPE or related components