How To Fix FTR_GENERAL089 - Selected correspondences already belong to same match group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_GENERAL - Common messages for Correspondence object

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Selected correspondences already belong to same match group

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_GENERAL089 - Selected correspondences already belong to same match group ?

  The SAP error message FTR_GENERAL089 indicates that the selected correspondences in the system already belong to the same match group. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of treasury and risk management, where correspondences (such as bank statements or payment transactions) are matched against each other.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to process or match correspondences that are already grouped together in a match group. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create a new match group with correspondences that have already been matched.
  The system has identified that the selected items are already linked, and thus cannot be processed again in a different context.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Match Groups: Review the existing match groups to see if the correspondences you are trying to process are already included. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that displays match groups.
  
  
  Select Different Correspondences: If you need to create a new match group, ensure that you select correspondences that are not already part of an existing match group.
  
  
  Unmatch or Modify Existing Groups: If necessary, you can unmatch the correspondences from the existing match group if they need to be processed differently. This may involve using specific transaction codes or functions in SAP to modify the match group.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling match groups and correspondences in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the implications of unmatching correspondences, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FTR_EDIT (for editing financial transactions) or FTR_MAINTAIN (for maintaining match groups).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify match groups and correspondences in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and continue with your financial processing tasks in SAP.