How To Fix KK623 - Incorrect reference or cyclical reference in formula &1

KK623 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 623

• Message text: Incorrect reference or cyclical reference in formula &1

What causes this issue?

This formula points to a formula that has errors, or it points to a
formula that points back to this formula.

System Response

The system cannot process the formula.

How to fix this error?

Check this formula and the formula that it points to, and correct them.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK623 - Incorrect reference or cyclical reference in formula &1 ?

  The SAP error message KK623 ("Incorrect reference or cyclical reference in formula &1") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when working with cost planning or cost allocation formulas. This error indicates that there is an issue with the formula you are trying to use, specifically related to references that are either incorrect or cyclical.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect References: The formula may reference a cost element, cost center, or other object that does not exist or is not valid in the context of the calculation.
  Cyclical References: The formula may create a loop where the output of one calculation feeds back into itself, leading to an infinite loop. This can happen if a formula references another formula that, directly or indirectly, references the original formula.
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the formula that prevent it from being interpreted correctly by the system.
  Missing Data: Required data for the formula may be