How To Fix UPF059 - An arithmetical error occurred during the calculation of &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPF - Planning Functions

• Message number: 059

• Message text: An arithmetical error occurred during the calculation of &1

What causes this issue?

An arithmetic error has occurred in a calculation. Such an error
occurs, for example, if figures become too large because of
multiplication or addition.

System Response

The calculation is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the initial figures.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPF059 - An arithmetical error occurred during the calculation of &1 ?

  The SAP error message UPF059, which states "An arithmetical error occurred during the calculation of &1," typically indicates that there is an issue with a calculation in the system, often related to the processing of data in the Universal Payment Framework (UPF) or similar financial modules.
  Causes:
  
  Data Issues: The error may arise from invalid or unexpected data inputs, such as division by zero, incorrect data types, or out-of-range values.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the payment processing or calculation logic can lead to arithmetic errors.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the calculation logic, they may introduce errors.
  System Bugs: There may be bugs in the SAP system or specific patches that need to be applied.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the data being processed at the time of the error. Ensure that all values are valid and within expected ranges.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the payment processing and calculations. Ensure that all settings are correctly defined.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, use debugging tools to trace the calculation process and identify where the error occurs.
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review the code for potential issues that could lead to arithmetic errors.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes or patches that address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates that fix known issues.
  Consult Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the Universal Payment Framework to ensure that all configurations and processes are correctly implemented.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to analyze the relevant function modules or programs.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the UPF059 error and implement a solution.