How To Fix FTR_GENERAL351 - Activity category &1 to product category &2 not a fixing activity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_GENERAL - Common messages for Correspondence object

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Activity category &1 to product category &2 not a fixing activity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_GENERAL351 - Activity category &1 to product category &2 not a fixing activity ?

  The SAP error message FTR_GENERAL351 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of activity categories and product categories in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of financial instruments. The message states that the specified activity category is not recognized as a fixing activity for the given product category.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The activity category you are trying to use is not defined as a fixing activity for the specified product category in the system configuration.
  Mapping Issues: There may be a mismatch or missing mapping between the activity category and the product category in the customizing settings.
  Data Entry Error: The activity category or product category may have been entered incorrectly in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for financial instruments.
  Verify the configuration settings for activity categories and product categories. Ensure that the activity category you are using is correctly defined as a fixing activity for the product category in question.
  
  
  
  Adjust Mapping:
  
  If the mapping is incorrect or missing, you may need to create or adjust the mapping between the activity category and the product category to ensure they are compatible.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Double-check the data you entered in the transaction. Ensure that both the activity category and product category are correct and correspond to the definitions in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to financial instruments and fixing activities to understand the requirements and configurations better.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or data entry, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in checking configurations, such as:
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  FTR_EDIT: Edit financial transactions related to financial instruments.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on financial instruments and their configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.