How To Fix /BA1/F4_VOLA020 - Volatility for ext. no. &1, template category &2, on &3, does not exist

/BA1/F4_VOLA020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BA1/F4_VOLA -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Volatility for ext. no. &1, template category &2, on &3, does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BA1/F4_VOLA020 - Volatility for ext. no. &1, template category &2, on &3, does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /BA1/F4_VOLA020 indicates that there is an issue related to volatility data for a specific external number and template category on a given date. This error typically arises in the context of financial instruments or risk management within SAP, particularly when dealing with volatility data for options or derivatives.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The primary cause of this error is that the volatility data for the specified external number (e.g., a financial instrument) and template category does not exist in the system for the specified date.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the volatility data is not properly set up or linked to the external number or template category.
  Data Entry Error: The external number or template category provided may be incorrect or misspelled, leading to the system being unable to find the corresponding volatility data.
  Data Archiving: The volatility data might have been archived or deleted, making it unavailable