How To Fix UA_FORMULA053 - &1 is not a valid value for &2


UA_FORMULA053 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: UA_FORMULA - Formula Editor Messages

  • Message number: 053

  • Message text: &1 is not a valid value for &2

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UA_FORMULA053 - &1 is not a valid value for &2 ?
    The SAP error message UA_FORMULA053 indicates that a specific value provided for a formula or calculation is not valid. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's payroll or time management modules, where formulas are used to calculate various payroll components, time evaluations, or other related calculations.
    
    Cause: The error message UA_FORMULA053 can occur due to several reasons: Invalid Input Value: The value being passed to the formula is not within the expected range or format. For example, if a formula expects a numeric value and receives a string or an out-of-range number, this error may be triggered.
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll or time management schema, leading to incorrect values being processed. Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or infotype records that are being referenced in the formula. Formula Logic Errors: The logic defined in the formula itself may be incorrect or not

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