How To Fix SFB536 - Formula element is not a currency amount, quantity, or price


SFB536 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SFB - Messages for Formula Builder

  • Message number: 536

  • Message text: Formula element is not a currency amount, quantity, or price

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  • What causes this issue?

    This formula contains the function
    <DS:CO.CL_FOEV_BUILTINS TONUMBER>TO_NUMBER</>. However, the
    parameter for this function is neither a currency amount, a quantity,
    nor a price, and therefore cannot be converted into a number.

    How to fix this error?

    The appropriate place has been highlighted. Correct the formula.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SFB536 - Formula element is not a currency amount, quantity, or price ?
    The SAP error message SFB536, which states "Formula element is not a currency amount, quantity, or price," typically occurs in the context of SAP's pricing and condition techniques, particularly when working with condition records, pricing procedures, or formula-based calculations in sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM).
    
    Cause: This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons: Incorrect Data Type: The formula element being referenced in the pricing condition is not of the expected data type. For example, it might be a text or a non-numeric value when a currency amount, quantity, or price is expected. Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The pricing procedure or condition type may not be correctly configured to handle the specific formula or calculation being attempted. Formula Syntax Error: There may be a syntax error in the formula itself, leading to the system being unable to interpret the formula correctly. Inconsistent Condition Records: The condition records for the pricing

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