How To Fix FTR_TRADE_REP033 - Logical folder is not defined for trade repository &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TRADE_REP - Trade Repository

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Logical folder is not defined for trade repository &1

What causes this issue?

The logical folder is not defined in the Customizing settings for trade
repository &v1&

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?

Define the logical folder in the Customizing activity
<DS:TRAN.S_EIS_72000086>Maintain Logical Folder</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TRADE_REP033 - Logical folder is not defined for trade repository &1 ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TRADE_REP033 indicates that a logical folder is not defined for the specified trade repository. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with derivatives or other financial instruments that require reporting to a trade repository.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The logical folder for the trade repository has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the trade repository may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the trade repository settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define the Logical Folder:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Financial Services > Financial Supply Chain Management > Treasury and Risk Management > Transaction Manager > Settings for Trade Repository.
  Check if the logical folder for the trade repository is defined. If not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Check Trade Repository Settings:
  
  Ensure that the trade repository settings are correctly configured. This includes checking the connection details and ensuring that the logical folder is linked to the correct trade repository.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the trade repository settings. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure that the user roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help portal for specific instructions related to your version of SAP and the trade repository you are using.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FTR_CREATE (to create financial transactions) and FTR_DISPLAY (to display financial transactions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FTR_TRADE_REP033 and ensure that your trade repository is correctly configured.