How To Fix FTR_TEX1179 - Transaction lies outside the period of position &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TEX1 - Messages for raw exposures

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Transaction lies outside the period of position &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TEX1179 - Transaction lies outside the period of position &1 ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TEX1179 indicates that a transaction you are trying to process lies outside the defined period for a specific position in the Treasury module. This typically occurs in the context of financial instruments or treasury management, where transactions must be recorded within specific time frames.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are attempting to post a transaction (such as a payment, interest calculation, or valuation) for a financial position that is not valid for the specified date.
  The position's validity period has not been set to include the date of the transaction.
  The transaction date is outside the start and end dates defined for the financial position.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Position Validity:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that allows you to view the details of the financial position (e.g., transaction code FTR_EDIT).
  Verify the start and end dates of the position. Ensure that the transaction date falls within this range.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Position Dates:
  
  If the transaction date is indeed outside the defined period, you may need to extend the validity period of the position. This can be done by editing the position and adjusting the start or end dates accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Date:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date you are trying to post is correct. If it is incorrect, adjust the date to fall within the valid range.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration settings related to the financial position and its validity periods. This may include checking the settings in the Treasury module.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FTR_EDIT: To edit financial transactions.
  FTR_CREATE: To create new financial transactions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for Treasury and Risk Management in your SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.