How To Fix LD066 - Division by 0 in scheduling formula in op. &1, seq. &2, grp &3, alt. &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LD - Logistics Automotive Line Design

• Message number: 066

• Message text: Division by 0 in scheduling formula in op. &1, seq. &2, grp &3, alt. &4

System Response

Operation time cannot be calculated.

How to fix this error?

Please check the routing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LD066 - Division by 0 in scheduling formula in op. &1, seq. &2, grp &3, alt. &4 ?

  The SAP error message LD066 "Division by 0 in scheduling formula in op. &1, seq. &2, grp &3, alt. &4" typically occurs in the context of production planning and scheduling when the system attempts to perform a calculation that involves division by zero. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when calculating lead times, capacity, or other scheduling-related metrics.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Values: The most common cause of this error is that one of the values used in the scheduling formula is zero. This could be a duration, quantity, or any other parameter that is part of the calculation.
  Missing Data: Required data for the operation, such as setup times, processing times, or resource availability, may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  Incorrect Formula: The scheduling formula itself may be incorrectly defined or not applicable for the specific operation or sequence.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the routing, work center, or production version that lead to invalid calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values used in the scheduling formula for the specified operation, sequence, group, and alternative. Ensure that none of the values are zero or missing.
  Review Routing and Work Center: Check the routing and work center settings to ensure that all necessary times (setup, processing, etc.) are correctly defined and not set to zero.
  Adjust Scheduling Formula: If the formula is custom or modified, review it to ensure it is correctly set up to handle cases where certain values might be zero.
  Data Consistency: Ensure that all relevant master data (materials, BOMs, routings, etc.) is consistent and correctly maintained.
  Error Logs: Check the SAP error logs for additional details that might provide more context about the error.
  Testing: If changes are made, test the scheduling process again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like CO02 (Change Production Order) or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List) to investigate the specific operation and its parameters.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to production planning and scheduling for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning.