How To Fix K7172 - Form & contains a formula which cannot be used

K7172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Form & contains a formula which cannot be used

What causes this issue?

The program encountered a formula which cannot be calculated.

System Response

The action was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check your formulas.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K7172 - Form & contains a formula which cannot be used ?

  The SAP error message K7172 indicates that there is an issue with a formula in a form that cannot be processed. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when dealing with cost center accounting, internal orders, or other related areas where forms and formulas are used for reporting or data entry.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Formula Syntax: The formula used in the form may contain syntax errors or unsupported functions.
  Unsupported Operations: The formula may be trying to perform operations that are not allowed in the context of the form.
  Data Type Mismatch: The formula may be using data types that are incompatible with the expected input or output.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the form or the underlying data structures that the formula is trying to access.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Formula: Check the formula for any syntax errors or unsupported functions. Ensure that it adheres to the expected format and