How To Fix RS_B4HANA_RC125 - Some queries might behave differently in BW/4 HANA (formula calculation)

RS_B4HANA_RC125 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4HANA_RC -

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Some queries might behave differently in BW/4 HANA (formula calculation)

What causes this issue?

You have set the 'RSROA_CL_FORM_SWITCH' switch to 'ON'. (For further
information about 'Switch', see SAP Note 2094114.)

System Response

In BW Release 7.50 SP04, the default behavior of 0 * N MIXED = 0 MIXED
has been introduced in formula calculation. Prior to SP04, the result
was 0 * N MIXED = 0.
If the 'RSROA_CL_FORM_SWITCH' switch is set to 'ON', the old behavior is
re-enabled.
For further information, see SAP Note 2470572.

How to fix this error?

BW/4 HANA does not support this switch.
In case you have been using the switch because you implemented a
conditional formula calculation (
using the

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4HANA_RC125 - Some queries might behave differently in BW/4 HANA (formula calculation) ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4HANA_RC125 indicates that some queries in SAP BW/4HANA might behave differently due to the way formula calculations are handled in the new environment. This message is a warning rather than a critical error, and it typically arises when transitioning from older versions of SAP BW to BW/4HANA.
  
  Cause:
  The differences in behavior are primarily due to changes in the underlying data processing and calculation logic in BW/4HANA. Some of the key reasons include:
  
  
  New Calculation Engine: BW/4HANA uses a new calculation engine that optimizes performance and leverages the in-memory capabilities of HANA. This can lead to different results for certain calculations, especially those involving complex formulas.
  
  
  Changes in Formula Handling: The way formulas are defined and executed may differ in BW/4HANA compared to previous versions. This can affect how aggregations, exceptions, and conditions are processed.
  
  
  Data Model Changes: The transition to BW/4HANA often involves changes in the data model, which can