How To Fix UPO_UDM_MSG037 - MRH formula could not be assigned: Invalid token used in formula &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPO_UDM_MSG - UDM Messages

• Message number: 037

• Message text: MRH formula could not be assigned: Invalid token used in formula &1

What causes this issue?

Invalid operator/token used in MRH formula &V1& .
MRH formula uses the following operators only:
+,,+
+,,-
+,,*
+,,/
+,,(
+,,)
+,,Numbers

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPO_UDM_MSG037 - MRH formula could not be assigned: Invalid token used in formula &1 ?

  The SAP error message UPO_UDM_MSG037 indicates that there is an issue with a formula in the context of the SAP system, specifically related to the MRH (Multi-Resource Handling) functionality. The error message states that a formula could not be assigned due to an "Invalid token used in formula."
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following reasons:
  
  Syntax Error: There may be a syntax error in the formula itself, such as incorrect operators, missing parentheses, or invalid characters.
  Invalid Tokens: The formula may contain tokens (variables, constants, or functions) that are not recognized by the system or are not defined properly.
  Data Type Mismatch: The formula may be trying to perform operations on incompatible data types.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the MRH or the specific formula being used.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Formula Syntax:
  
  Review the formula for any syntax errors. Ensure that all operators and functions are used correctly.
  Make sure that all parentheses are properly closed and that there are no extraneous characters.
  
  
  
  Validate Tokens:
  
  Ensure that all tokens used in the formula are valid and defined in the system. Check for any typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Data Type Verification:
  
  Verify that the data types of the variables used in the formula are compatible with the operations being performed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the MRH and the specific formula. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Test the Formula:
  
  If possible, test the formula in a development or test environment to isolate the issue and confirm that it works as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific formula syntax and usage.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to MRH and formula management, such as MRH or UPA (Unified Planning Application).
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message UPO_UDM_MSG037.