How To Fix FTBCVA068 - Purchased option &1: DVA is set to zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTBCVA - Credit Value Adjustment

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Purchased option &1: DVA is set to zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTBCVA068 - Purchased option &1: DVA is set to zero ?

  The SAP error message FTBCVA068 indicates that for a purchased option (financial instrument), the DVA (Debit Valuation Adjustment) is set to zero. This can occur in the context of financial instruments and derivatives where the valuation adjustments are necessary for accurate financial reporting and risk management.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The DVA might not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the financial instrument configuration.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been an error during the data entry process, leading to the DVA being set to zero unintentionally.
  Market Conditions: In some cases, market conditions may lead to a situation where the DVA is legitimately zero, but this should be validated against the financial model being used.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, software bugs or issues in the SAP system can lead to incorrect values being displayed or calculated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the financial instruments in the SAP system. Ensure that the DVA settings are correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are set.
  Validate Data Entry: Go through the transaction data for the purchased option to ensure that all values have been entered correctly. Look for any discrepancies that might have led to the DVA being set to zero.
  Market Analysis: If the DVA is expected to be zero due to market conditions, ensure that this is consistent with your financial models and risk assessments.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to handle DVA settings and related financial instrument configurations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through configuration or data validation, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide patches or updates if it is a known issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  DVA (Debit Valuation Adjustment): This is an adjustment made to the valuation of financial instruments to account for the credit risk of the counterparty. It reflects the potential loss in value due to the counterparty's creditworthiness.
  Financial Instruments in SAP: SAP provides various modules for managing financial instruments, including Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) and Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to financial instruments, such as transaction codes for managing derivatives and options.
  
  By addressing the configuration and data entry aspects, you should be able to resolve the error message FTBCVA068 effectively.