How To Fix VH160 - Error in base calculation formula no. &: &

VH160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VH - SD pricing

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Error in base calculation formula no. &: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VH160 - Error in base calculation formula no. &: & ?

  SAP Error Message:
  VH160 - Error in base calculation formula no. &: &
  
  1. Cause of the Error
  The error message VH160 occurs in SAP when there is an issue with the base calculation formula used in the pricing procedure or condition technique, particularly in Vehicle Management or Vehicle Pricing scenarios (often in SAP IS-Auto or related modules).
  
  The system tries to execute a base calculation formula (identified by a formula number), but encounters an error.
  The placeholders & in the message are replaced by the formula number and a specific error description or code.
  This usually means the formula is either:
  Incorrectly defined,
  Missing,
  Contains syntax errors,
  Or references invalid or missing data elements.
  
  
  
  
  2. Where does this happen?
  
  During pricing or calculation of vehicle prices, options, or conditions.
  When the system tries to calculate a base value for a condition or pricing element using a formula.
  In the context of Vehicle Management, Vehicle Pricing, or similar industry solutions.
  
  
  3. Possible Causes in Detail
  
  Incorrect