How To Fix FTR_TEX1552 - &1 is not a valid value for the free characteristic &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TEX1 - Messages for raw exposures

• Message number: 552

• Message text: &1 is not a valid value for the free characteristic &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TEX1552 - &1 is not a valid value for the free characteristic &2 ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TEX1552 indicates that a specific value provided for a free characteristic is not valid. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or when dealing with financial instruments, where free characteristics are used to define additional attributes or properties of financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value you are trying to assign to the free characteristic does not exist in the system or is not defined for the characteristic in question.
  Configuration Issues: The free characteristic may not be properly configured in the system, or the value may not be allowed based on the current configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the value being entered, leading to it not matching any valid entries in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use certain values for free characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Valid Values: Verify the list of valid values for the free characteristic in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP or by consulting the documentation.
  Correct the Value: If the value you are trying to enter is incorrect, replace it with a valid one from the list of acceptable values.
  Configuration Review: If you suspect a configuration issue, review the settings for the free characteristic in the customizing (SPRO) area of SAP. Ensure that the characteristic is properly defined and that the values are correctly maintained.
  Data Entry Verification: Double-check the data entry for any typographical errors or inconsistencies.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team: If you suspect authorization issues, consult with your SAP Basis or security team to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to use the characteristic and its values.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE16 for table browsing to check the relevant tables and configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on free characteristics and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.