How To Fix KW306 - Use "(" for mathematical functions.

KW306 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 306

• Message text: Use "(" for mathematical functions.

What causes this issue?

Syntax error in formula.
The parameters of mathematical functions (ABS, CEIL etc.) must be
included in brackets. For example: ABS( 5 ), CEIL( 2 + 3 ).

System Response

The formula cannot be saved

How to fix this error?

Correct the formula

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW306 - Use "(" for mathematical functions. ?

  The SAP error message KW306 ("Use '(' for mathematical functions.") typically occurs when there is a syntax error in a formula or expression within a SAP system, particularly in the context of ABAP programming or when using certain SAP transaction codes that involve calculations.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a mathematical function is called without the proper syntax. In many programming languages, including ABAP, mathematical functions require parentheses to enclose their arguments. For example, if you are trying to use a function like SQRT (square root), it should be written as SQRT(value) instead of just SQRT value.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Syntax: Review the line of code or formula where the error occurs. Ensure that all mathematical functions are correctly formatted with parentheses around their arguments.
  
  
  Correct Usage: For example, if you have a function call like this:
  result = SQRT value.
  You should change it to:
  result = SQRT(value).
  
  
  Test the Changes: After