How To Fix FTI_LDB_MESSAGE316 - Effectiveness test method has not been assigned for product type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTI_LDB_MESSAGE - Messages for TR OLTP Reporting Using Logical Databases

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Effectiveness test method has not been assigned for product type &1

What causes this issue?

You have not assigned an effective interest method for the selected
product type.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose an effective interest method for the relevant product type in
Customizing for <ZK>Treasury and Risk Management </>by choosing <ZK>
Transaction Manager -> Money Market </>(or the other areas)<ZK> ->
Transaction Management -> Product Types -> Define Product Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTI_LDB_MESSAGE316 - Effectiveness test method has not been assigned for product type &1 ?

  The SAP error message FTI_LDB_MESSAGE316 indicates that an effectiveness test method has not been assigned for a specific product type in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's functionality related to product lifecycle management, particularly in the area of quality management or regulatory compliance.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system is trying to perform an operation that requires an effectiveness test method, but none has been defined for the specified product type (denoted by &1 in the error message). This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The effectiveness test method has not been configured in the system for the specific product type.
  Incorrect Product Type: The product type being referenced may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the product type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Product Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the product type in SAP.
  Ensure that an effectiveness test method is assigned to the product type in question.
  
  
  
  Assign Effectiveness Test Method:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (usually under Quality Management or Product Lifecycle Management).
  Assign a valid effectiveness test method to the product type. This may involve creating a new test method if one does not exist.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the product type to ensure that it is correctly set up and that all necessary fields are populated.
  Make sure that the product type is correctly linked to the effectiveness test method.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to assign effectiveness test methods to product types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or MM02 (to change material master data) depending on where you need to make changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product types and effectiveness test methods in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant area of SAP.