How To Fix K7066 - An inverse formula is not allowed for elements with normal formulas

K7066 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 066

• Message text: An inverse formula is not allowed for elements with normal formulas

What causes this issue?

For technical reasons, it is not possible to define an inverse formula
for an element which consists of a formula.

System Response

The function was not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Only use an inverse formula for elements which are not defined with a
formula.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

K7066 - Details

• The SAP error message K7066, "An inverse formula is not allowed for elements with normal formulas," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with cost center accounting, internal orders, or other related areas where formulas are used for planning or reporting.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to use an inverse formula (which calculates values based on the inverse of a normal formula) on a characteristic or element that is defined with a normal formula. In SAP, normal formulas and inverse formulas have specific rules and cannot be mixed inappropriately. 
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Formula Definition: Review the formula definitions in your planning layout or report. Ensure that you are not trying to apply an inverse formula to a characteristic that is defined with a normal formula.
  
  
  Modify the Formula: If you need to use an inverse calculation, consider whether you