How To Fix UMV046 - Formula '&1': Cannot Define Input and Output Parameters

UMV046 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMV - Value Driver Tree

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Formula '&1': Cannot Define Input and Output Parameters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMV046 - Formula '&1': Cannot Define Input and Output Parameters ?

  The SAP error message UMV046, which states "Formula '&1': Cannot Define Input and Output Parameters," typically occurs in the context of SAP's formula management, particularly when working with formulas in the context of SAP's Universal Journal or other financial applications.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Parameter Definition: The formula may have been defined with parameters that are not correctly specified as either input or output parameters. This can happen if the formula is trying to use a parameter in a way that is not allowed.
  
  
  Missing Parameters: The formula might be missing required input or output parameters, which are necessary for its execution.
  
  
  Conflicting Parameter Types: There may be a conflict between the expected types of parameters (e.g., trying to use a string where a numeric value is expected).
  
  
  Formula 
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues in the configuration of the formula itself, such as incorrect syntax or