How To Fix CONVERT_OTC021 - No OTC interest rate instruments exist

CONVERT_OTC021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONVERT_OTC - Conversion of OTC Interest Rate Instruments

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No OTC interest rate instruments exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONVERT_OTC021 - No OTC interest rate instruments exist ?

  The SAP error message CONVERT_OTC021 indicates that there are no OTC (Over-the-Counter) interest rate instruments available in the system for the specified criteria. This error typically arises when trying to perform operations related to interest rate instruments, such as pricing, valuation, or reporting, and the system cannot find any relevant instruments to work with.
  Causes:
  
  No Instruments Created: There may be no OTC interest rate instruments created in the system for the specified criteria (e.g., date, currency, etc.).
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the transaction may not match any existing instruments. This could include incorrect dates, currencies, or other parameters.
  Data Migration Issues: If the system has recently undergone data migration or updates, the instruments may not have been properly migrated or may be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the OTC instruments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Create OTC Instruments: If no instruments exist, you will need to