How To Fix FTR_GUI338 - Default value for number of fixing days was not copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_GUI - TR Transaction Management

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Default value for number of fixing days was not copied

What causes this issue?

The default values are inconsistent for the number of fixing days that
were defined for the reference interest rate.
The system has selected a standard default value.

How to fix this error?

Correct the Customizing settings for the reference interest rate.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_GUI338 - Default value for number of fixing days was not copied ?

  The SAP error message FTR_GUI338 indicates that the system was unable to copy the default value for the number of fixing days in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of treasury and risk management. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transaction that requires a default value for the fixing days, but it cannot find or retrieve that value.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The default value for the number of fixing days may not be configured in the system. This can happen if the relevant settings in the customizing (SPRO) are not properly maintained.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from determining the default value.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required configuration settings.
  System Bugs: In rare cases, this could be due to a bug in the SAP system or a specific version that has not been patched.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the customizing settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Go to Financial Supply Chain Management > Treasury and Risk Management > Transaction Manager > Settings for Transaction Manager > Define Default Values for Fixing Days.
  Ensure that the default value for the number of fixing days is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the relevant master data (e.g., financial instruments, contracts) to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and consistently.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes or patches related to this error message. There may be specific fixes or workarounds provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FTR_CREATE (to create financial transactions) and FTR_EDIT (to edit financial transactions) to understand where the error occurs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Treasury and Risk Management for more context on how fixing days are used in transactions.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.