How To Fix FTR_TPI_CORE038 - A trade request for offsetting reference &1 already exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TPI_CORE -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: A trade request for offsetting reference &1 already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TPI_CORE038 - A trade request for offsetting reference &1 already exists. ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TPI_CORE038 indicates that there is an attempt to create a trade request for an offsetting reference that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of treasury and risk management, where offsetting trades are common.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new trade request that references an existing trade or offsetting reference.
  The system has detected that a trade request with the same offsetting reference already exists, which violates the uniqueness constraint for that reference.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Trade Requests:
  
  Use transaction codes like FTR_EDIT or FTR_CREATE to search for existing trade requests that may have the same offsetting reference.
  Review the details of the existing trade to understand its status and whether it can be modified or canceled.
  
  
  
  Modify the New Trade Request:
  
  If the existing trade is valid and should remain, consider modifying the new trade request to use a different offsetting reference that does not conflict with the existing one.
  
  
  
  Cancel or Adjust Existing Trade:
  
  If the existing trade is no longer needed, you may consider canceling it or adjusting it to allow for the new trade request to be processed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding trade requests and offsetting references to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in treasury and risk management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FTR_CREATE, FTR_EDIT, and FTR_DISPLAY for managing trade requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Business Processes: Understand the business processes related to trade requests and offsetting transactions to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.