How To Fix SG029 - The rate calculated for the factors &:& is too big

SG029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SG - Global Pool for Cross-Application Developments

• Message number: 029

• Message text: The rate calculated for the factors &:& is too big

What causes this issue?

The System tried to combine the entry of the exhange rate with the
exisiting exhange rate factors. This caused a field overflow.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Check the factors in the System for the exhange rate which you entered.
The resulting exhange rate must not be greater than 9999,99999.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SG029 - The rate calculated for the factors &:& is too big ?

  The SAP error message SG029, which states "The rate calculated for the factors &:& is too big," typically occurs in the context of SAP's pricing or cost calculation processes. This error indicates that the system has calculated a rate that exceeds the allowable limits set in the configuration or business rules.
  Causes:
  
  Excessive Input Values: The input values used for the calculation (like quantities, prices, or factors) may be too high, leading to an inflated rate.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for pricing or cost calculations may not be set up correctly, allowing for unrealistic calculations.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in master data or transaction data can lead to erroneous calculations.
  Currency Conversion Issues: If the calculation involves currency conversion, fluctuations or incorrect exchange rates may lead to excessively high rates.
  Rounding Issues: Rounding settings in the system may cause the calculated rate to exceed the maximum allowable value.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Input Values: Check the input