How To Fix FTR_TEX1338 - Invalid combination Appr. Cat and global setting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TEX1 - Messages for raw exposures

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Invalid combination Appr. Cat and global setting

What causes this issue?

For exposure activity types with the commodity exposure approach
category 2 - Fixed Prices, 3 - Floating Prices and 4 - Fixed and
Floating Prices it is <ZH>not </>permitted to use the automatic position
matching. Otherwise the system will ignore this setting.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TEX1338 - Invalid combination Appr. Cat and global setting ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TEX1338 indicates that there is an invalid combination of the "Approval Category" and the "Global Setting" in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM). This error typically arises when the configuration settings for approval processes do not align with the transaction being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The approval category defined for a specific transaction does not match the global settings configured in the system. This could be due to incorrect settings in the customizing or configuration of the approval process.
  Missing or Incorrect Settings: The global settings for approval categories may not be properly defined or may be missing entirely.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being processed may not be compatible with the defined approval categories.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Treasury and Risk Management in SAP.
  Verify the settings for approval categories and ensure they are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the global settings for approval processes are aligned with the approval categories being used.
  
  
  
  Adjust Approval Categories:
  
  If the approval category is incorrect, adjust it to match the global settings.
  You may need to create or modify approval categories to ensure they are valid for the transaction type being processed.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Check the transaction type you are trying to process and ensure it is compatible with the approval categories defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring approval categories and global settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Treasury and Risk Management, such as TPM1, TPM2, etc., for managing approval processes.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the transaction has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform actions related to approval categories.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in Treasury and Risk Management for further assistance.