How To Fix FTR_TCH1008 - External Number Range not possible for HD Number Generation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TCH1 - Message Class for Hypothetical Derivative

• Message number: 008

• Message text: External Number Range not possible for HD Number Generation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TCH1008 - External Number Range not possible for HD Number Generation ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TCH1008 indicates that there is an issue with the external number range for HD (Hedge) number generation in the Financial Services module, particularly in the context of Treasury and Risk Management. This error typically arises when the system is unable to generate a new hedge number because the external number range defined for it is either not set up correctly or has been exhausted.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Configuration: The external number range for hedge numbers may not be properly configured in the system. This could mean that the number range object is not defined, or the intervals are not set up correctly.
  Exhausted Number Range: The defined number range may have been exhausted, meaning that all possible numbers within the range have been used up.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the system from accessing the number range.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the number range might not be aligned with the requirements of the hedge number generation process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Range Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Look for the number range object related to hedge numbers (usually something like FTR_HEDGE).
  Verify that the number range intervals are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Adjust Number Range:
  
  If the number range is exhausted, you can extend the range by adding new intervals. This can be done in the same SNRO transaction.
  Ensure that the new intervals do not overlap with existing ones.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the number range. This can be done through transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Treasury and Risk Management for any specific configurations that may be required for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the hedge number generation process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: For managing number ranges.
  FTR1: For creating hedge transactions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FTR_TCH1008 error and successfully generate hedge numbers in your SAP system.