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How To Fix UPF058 - Formula error: Formula element &1 could not be recognized


UPF058 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: UPF - Planning Functions

  • Message number: 058

  • Message text: Formula error: Formula element &1 could not be recognized

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  • What causes this issue?

    The formula syntax check revealed, that formula element &V1& cannot be
    identified. It could be an incorrectly written key word, a variable or
    a master record.

    System Response

    The formula function cannot be executed or saved with the current
    parameter group.

    How to fix this error?

    Correct the formula element &V1&.
    Note: This error message can also occur in some situations when it
    deals with a followup error. This means that the unidentified formula
    element is possibly correct, but a previous part of the formula is the
    real cause of the error. If you can recognize no error in formula
    element &V1&, then check the previous part of the formula for possible
    errors.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


UPF058 - Details

  • The SAP error message UPF058, which states "Formula error: Formula element &1 could not be recognized," typically occurs in the context of SAP Payroll or other applications that utilize formula processing. This error indicates that the system encountered a formula element that it could not identify or process correctly.
    Causes:
    
    Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the formula element name, causing the system to fail to recognize it.
    Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The formula element may not be defined in the system, or it may not be configured correctly.
    Version Issues: The formula might be using elements that are not available in the current version of the system or module.
    Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain formula elements.
    Changes in the Schema: If there have been recent changes to the payroll schema or the formula itself, it may lead to recognition issues.
    
    Solutions:
    
    Check the Formula Syntax: Review the

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