How To Fix FTR_COMS090 - Side category 'Not Specified' only possible in case of manual entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_COMS -

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Side category 'Not Specified' only possible in case of manual entry

What causes this issue?

Side category <ZK>Not Specified </>is not permitted since <ZK>Swap
Symmetrie</> or <ZK>Multiple Flow Generation </>has been enabled.

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?

Select either a different transaction type, or change the settings in
the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.GART_DEFINITION_DE>Define Transaction Types</> accordingy.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_COMS090 - Side category 'Not Specified' only possible in case of manual entry ?

  The SAP error message FTR_COMS090 typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with financial instruments in the SAP system. This error indicates that the side category for a transaction is not specified, and it is only permissible to leave it unspecified when the entry is made manually.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A transaction is being processed (such as a financial instrument transaction) and the system expects a side category (like "Buy" or "Sell") to be specified.
  The transaction is being created or modified through an automated process (like a batch job or an interface) that does not provide a side category.
  The system settings or configuration do not allow for the side category to be left unspecified in automated entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Manual Entry: If you are entering the transaction manually, ensure that you specify the side category correctly. This is the simplest solution if you are working directly in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the transaction is being processed automatically, check the configuration settings in the SAP system:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings for financial instruments and ensure that the side category is set up correctly.
  Review the settings for the transaction type being processed to see if it allows for unspecified side categories.
  
  
  
  Modify Interface or Batch Job: If the error occurs during an automated process, you may need to modify the interface or batch job that is creating the transaction:
  
  Ensure that the side category is being passed correctly in the data being sent to SAP.
  If necessary, update the logic to include a default side category if it is not specified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to financial transactions and side categories to ensure compliance with the expected data structure.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and usage.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: Familiarize yourself with the different transaction types in your SAP system and their requirements regarding side categories.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are set correctly, as this can sometimes affect the ability to specify certain fields during transaction entry.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.