How To Fix /SAPAPO/PMON056 - Together with other formulas, formula definition generates a recursion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PMON -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Together with other formulas, formula definition generates a recursion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PMON056 - Together with other formulas, formula definition generates a recursion ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PMON056 indicates that there is a recursion issue in the formula definitions within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This typically occurs when a formula references itself directly or indirectly, leading to an infinite loop during calculation.
  Cause:
  
  Direct Recursion: A formula directly references itself, which creates a circular dependency.
  Indirect Recursion: A formula references another formula that, in turn, references the original formula, creating a loop.
  Incorrect Formula Logic: The logic defined in the formulas may not be structured correctly, leading to unintended recursive behavior.
  Changes in Formula Definitions: Recent changes to formula definitions may have introduced recursion that was not present before.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Formula Definitions: Check the formulas involved in the calculation to identify any direct or indirect references that may cause recursion.
  Modify Formulas: Adjust the formulas to eliminate circular references. This may involve:
  
  Redefining the logic to avoid self-referencing.
  Splitting complex formulas into simpler components that do not reference each other.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the formulas to ensure that they work correctly without causing recursion.
  Documentation: Maintain clear documentation of formula logic to avoid future recursion issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Formula Dependencies: Use tools within SAP APO to analyze formula dependencies and visualize how formulas are interconnected.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address known issues related to formula recursion.
  Consult SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on creating and managing formulas in APO.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with details of the formulas and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  By carefully reviewing and restructuring the formulas, you should be able to resolve the recursion issue indicated by the error message /SAPAPO/PMON056.