How To Fix KW316 - Invalid divider - use ")" instead.

KW316 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Invalid divider - use ")" instead.

What causes this issue?

Syntax error in formula

System Response

The formula cannot be saved

How to fix this error?

Correct the formula

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KW316 - Details

• The SAP error message KW316 "Invalid divider - use ')' instead" typically occurs in the context of SAP's calculation or formula fields, particularly when working with conditions or formulas in pricing, conditions, or other areas where mathematical expressions are evaluated.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by a syntax issue in a formula or calculation where the system expects a closing parenthesis ) but encounters an invalid character or an incorrect structure instead. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Parentheses: If you have an opening parenthesis ( without a corresponding closing parenthesis ).
  Incorrect Syntax: Using invalid characters or operators in the formula.
  Improperly Nested Expressions: If parentheses are not properly nested, it can confuse the parser.
  Typographical Errors: Simple typos can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KW316 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Formula: Review the formula or calculation where the error is occurring. Ensure that all opening parentheses have matching closing parentheses.
  
  
  Correct