How To Fix K7063 - You cannot use an inverse formula for a field set for manual entry

K7063 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K7 - Messages for Row/Column Structure

• Message number: 063

• Message text: You cannot use an inverse formula for a field set for manual entry

What causes this issue?

You cannot define an inverse formula for an element which can be
entered manually, otherwise the data calculated and the data entered
could conflict.

System Response

The function was not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Lock the element for manual entry. Then you can define an inverse
formula.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K7063 - You cannot use an inverse formula for a field set for manual entry ?

  The SAP error message K7063, "You cannot use an inverse formula for a field set for manual entry," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with cost planning or cost allocation. This error indicates that there is an attempt to use an inverse formula in a situation where the field is designated for manual entry, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Configuration: The field in question is configured to allow manual entry, which means that users are expected to input values directly. Inverse formulas, which automatically calculate values based on other fields, cannot be applied to these fields.
  Formula Settings: The formula settings in the planning layout or the data entry screen may be incorrectly configured, leading to the system trying to apply an inverse calculation where it is not permitted.
  Data Entry Mode: The mode of data entry might be set to manual, but the system is trying to