How To Fix DEND_PREP003 - No commodity curve values found before &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DEND_PREP - Prepare Day-End

• Message number: 003

• Message text: No commodity curve values found before &1

What causes this issue?

No commodity curve results exist before &V1&.

System Response

No commodity results were deleted.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DEND_PREP003 - No commodity curve values found before &1 ?

  The SAP error message DEND_PREP003: No commodity curve values found before &1 typically occurs in the context of commodity pricing or risk management within SAP systems, particularly in modules related to commodity management or financial instruments.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is unable to find any commodity curve values (such as prices or rates) for the specified date (represented by &1). This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Data: There may be no entries in the commodity curve for the date in question or for any date prior to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The commodity curve may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be errors in the data entry process, leading to missing or incorrect values in the commodity curve.
  Time Frame Issues: The date being referenced may be outside the range of available data in the commodity curve.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Commodity Curve Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or report where commodity curves are maintained.
  Verify that there are valid entries for the commodity curve for the date in question and for dates prior to it.
  
  
  
  Update or Create Entries:
  
  If there are no entries, you may need to create or update the commodity curve data to include the necessary values for the required dates.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the commodity curve is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings for the commodity type and ensuring that the curve is active.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to commodity management to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for maintaining commodity curves.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes or Updates:
  
  Sometimes, SAP releases notes or updates that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might pertain to this error.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP directly for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as DEND (for commodity management) or others that pertain to your specific SAP implementation.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to commodity curves and pricing issues, as they may provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.