How To Fix TM017 - Formula & is not permitted

TM017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TM - Messages for FIMA

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Formula & is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TM017 - Formula & is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message TM017, which states "Formula & is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of a formula used in transportation planning or freight calculation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Formula: The formula referenced in the error message may not be defined correctly or may not exist in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the transportation planning or freight calculation.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified formula.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that are causing the formula to be invalid.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Formula Definition: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP TM and verify that the formula is defined correctly. Ensure that it exists and is active.
  If the formula is missing, you may need to create it or