How To Fix KX430 - Incorrect formula component = &

KX430 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 430

• Message text: Incorrect formula component = &

What causes this issue?

An incorrect component was discovered in one of the formulas.

How to fix this error?

You can get an overview of the valid syntax for formulas by pressing F1
in the Formula Editor. Check whether all formula components are written
correctly. If operators are allowed the following applies: Operators
such as 'ABS' for an absolute amount must be written as follows 'ABS (
K1 )' where 'K1' represents a valid key figure. If variables may be
used in formulas in the application, these begin with '&' and have a
maximum of 9 characters (including '&').

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KX430 - Details

• The SAP error message KX430, which states "Incorrect formula component = &," typically occurs in the context of cost planning or cost allocation in SAP Controlling (CO) when there is an issue with the formula used in a cost planning scenario. This error indicates that there is a problem with one of the components defined in the formula, which could be due to a variety of reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Formula Component: The formula may reference a component that does not exist or is incorrectly defined.
  Syntax Error: There may be a syntax error in the formula itself, such as missing operators or incorrect use of parentheses.
  Data Type Mismatch: The components used in the formula may not be compatible in terms of data types.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain components